I always thought that traveling through thousands of mountains and rivers, visiting places of interest, and eating all kinds of delicacies is enough to step into the ranks of travel experts.
But when you compare tourists and travelers together, you will find that the difference between tourism and travel is so big.
Tourists like to take pictures of themselves, and they must take pictures when they see places of interest
People who travel prefer to feel the scenery and local culture with their heart
Compared with admiring the scenery, tourists are more concerned about whether they have captured the scenery in the camera, and whether they have taken pictures to prove that they have “been”.
For travelers, travel is more like an experience of local culture, not where you go or how many photos you take, but how much you experience.
People who travel almost always follow the signposts
People who travel follow their feelings
The so-called tourism, to a large extent, means that you go directly to the destination and come back after a round of play. It is simple and direct, with a clear purpose.
Traveling is more about walking as you like. You can stay up late to see the streets at four o’clock in the morning, or you can sleep until you wake up naturally, watching the stars and the sea, the clouds rolling and the clouds relaxing. Wherever the figure is, there is sunshine everywhere.
Tourists are all in groups, people see people
People who travel prefer winding paths
Most tourists like to go to Internet celebrity attractions, and they often cross mountains, rivers and seas to see crowds of people.
But travelers are different. Compared with punching in landmarks, they prefer to go to some niche travel destinations, relax, follow their hearts, and pursue a spiritual experience.
People who travel mostly bring daily necessities
People who travel, take only the essentials
Traveling is usually about meeting friends, three or five people, carrying heavy luggage, all food and clothing are fully prepared, and a hotel must be booked in advance.
And travel is to travel lightly, a small backpack, pack some things to carry with you, and be safe along the way.
People who travel, buy a bunch of souvenirs
People who travel, bring back full of memories
What tourists get are souvenirs, group photos of people and scenic spots, and local specialties. Along the way, they are always thinking about when to go to the next attraction and when to return to the hotel.
What travelers gain is the local customs, and they are more willing to stay in a strange place for a long time, make local friends, and integrate into the local customs.
People who travel are almost watching flowers on horseback
People who travel, more are personal experience
Looking at the scenery, taking pictures, and cooperating with the tour guide to catch up with time… That kind of travel will make you physically and mentally exhausted.
And travel is not only for arriving, but also for feeling the people and things along the way, the bits and pieces that have happened in this land.
People who travel, carefully plan the route
People who travel never make too much preparation
When traveling, it is necessary to prepare a complete strategy in advance, where to go first, where to go, plan a reasonable route, and rest in a well-equipped hotel halfway, paying attention to comfort.
Although travel guides can also be used, they are only on point, because the unknown surprises during the journey are also exciting.
“Travel” and “travel” seem to be just one letter difference, but they are two completely different experiences.
In life, there are many people who travel, but few people travel. After all, the pressure of survival, time, money… there are always too many factors that limit the pace of our travel.
But a lifetime is so long, it would be a pity not to have a real trip.
So, look for opportunities to set off, experience the excitement of the world on the way of travel, and don’t leave regrets in life!
