Students love to travel. We are students, not only of our individual subjects, courses, and institutions, but also of life. Travel takes us out into the world and away from our familiar. It teaches and rewards us with skills and experiences not attainable in a classroom. Many aspects of our lives have been affected by the pandemic, and our freedom to explore far and wide is one of them.
Planning and taking holidays continues to be problematic for students as international borders remain largely closed and internal borders are subject to fluctuations, snap closures, and restrictions. Let’s have a look at some of the best locations for students to travel to during this pandemic and at some other ways in which we can internally create voyages for ourselves.
Student travel relies heavily on three factors; affordability, safety, and accessibility. All of these factors have been impacted greatly by the pandemic. Currently the best travel options for students are found within their country of residence. Whilst many international borders remain closed, there are generally opportunities available for students to travel within a country. Conditions vary greatly across the globe with some countries with some countries a lot more open than others. For example, in the far off location of Australia, lockdowns remain in place for some states, effectively sealing these areas off from the rest of the country. However Australia is a large country and if you happen to be a student in one of the states not affected by lockdowns then you should have a lot of freedom to move about. As demand for accommodation and attractions in many locations is currently low, this can also be a great time to take advantage of some great deals. If you’re willing to travel internally within a state or country you may find yourself paying less for great places to stay and things to do. Travel in more familiar places also enables you to fully understand what pandemic safety measures are being applied.
Another way in which we can travel is through our imagination, through the stories we tell ourselves and each other. You can even buy cheap essays on the topic of student travel. Many students enjoy keeping a journal of their travels and reading about places we’ve been can be an inspiring and uplifting experience in itself. If you’re a student in an area where travel is currently difficult, why not get together with some of your fellow students and share your past travel experiences. You can learn a lot from each other and hatch plans on where you would most like to go when international borders begin to re-open.
One thing I’m sure we can all agree on, is the benefits of travel, it feeds our intellect, nourishes our soul, and helps foster a sense of belonging between people from different areas of the world. As students there will be many future opportunities for you to explore the globe and find the places, people, and experiences that make you sing. Don’t forget to cherish these travel times, write about them, and share them with others.
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