Let's just start
by saying - you cannot feel free if you have no mindset for one.
You might have
read and heard how traveling amidst nature can help you, change you, guide you,
heal you of your stress? Well.. it can, if you know what to expect out of
nature..and what not!
Luxury
If you are
traveling big budget - you can cherish your large rooms, double beds,
sparkling bathrooms with 24hrs water and room service. But, if you call
yourself a travel junkie waiting to experience nature -then ditch mainstream
and go backpacking. Backpacking does the trick, works on a budget, and you
actually begin to value small things in outdoors.
If you have
someone nagging constantly about not willing to attend nature's call amidst the
woods.. coax them or ignore them.
Medically / Invariably ill
Nature does heal
you in ways you far from imagining. However ,serious illness cannot be
compromised. Please take ample understanding of your medical history,including
allergens, food sensitivity etc., and exercise caution before venturing outdoors, as
these places may sometimes be too afar from the nearest medical center.
On the other
hand, If a leech bite means ‘ferocious’ to you, then exercise caution in terms
of the place you choose. Staying amidst nature, camping under the starry night
might be a dream come true for many but such travel plans will need you to push
limits and free yourself of certain scares. Just keep an open mind or simply
prefer a resort instead.
The Gear Fanatic
Gears can be
fantastic and can be of great help on any travel but, if gears are the main
motivation for your travel plans then, you need to think twice before venturing
outdoors; especially on hikes, treks and even camping.
The struggle is
real and there are ample chances of gears malfunctioning, that catch moisture,
battery wearing out, rusting and even getting stolen!
Keep usage of
gears to the minimal, learn basic techniques for survival in emergency
situations. And it's always
best advised to double check all devices/gears before planning any kind of
travel in general
The Beauty Expert / Luggage Chugging
There's no harm
in carrying your specially designed beauty case outdoors. Sunscreens, cold
creams , essential oils and medications are a major part for your hygiene.
That said, keep it to the basics, no one wants to see you with a layer of make
up nor has to patience to understand which shade of Kylie's lipstick range you
are wearing- unless you are on an outdoor shoot.
Let's understand
that traveling outdoors requires you to be prepared with clothes,creams and
even make up and is very convenient when kept minimal. There are times when
availability of water could be scarce and excessive‘ beauty consciousness’ may
seem unwarranted to not only you but everyone else around you.
Luggage or
baggage (sounds heavy already?) should
ideally be just adequate and less troublesome for you to carry around. Just
some important things to be aware of -
- Be prepared to
carry your own luggage
- Do not carry more than you can manage
- Do not expect
have expectations for someone else to look after your stuff while you decide to
wander away.
- Be open minded
and share the load as and when need be.
Adventure
Some people
desist adventure so much that even a mere jump across the stream freaks them
out. You can't help but
sulk with such people around, wouldn’t you? but, just don’t be nasty cause
fear is a real thing. One thing could be an adrenaline pump for someone and a
worst nightmare for another.
Be prepared for
small adventures outdoors. If you are asked to cross a bridge, and you
fear heights - seek help or guidance as to how best touch this could be
achieved or probably a simpler method is to follow someone who has the skills
for the same.
There's no
better accomplishment than getting over one's fear irrespective of age,
experience or fitness levels. An adventure will teach you that you can give
yourself even in extraordinary circumstances and that experience will remain
etched in your memory for times to come.
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Remember there's
no fun of travel if you don't get out of that car/ your comforts and learn to
share and care mutually.The essentials for outdoor travels will always be based
on immediate need and priority.
Fresh air,
scenic landscapes, burning sweat getting tanned, drenching in the waterfall,
having a self cooked humble meal under chilly hilltops with friends should all
be a part of your travel journey.
Get going now!
