How traveling enriches your life

If you're reading this, Lilian and I have just checked out with a heavy heart from the most beautiful hotel in Milan. We're probably running somewhere through the Italian streets looking for a taxi, a last Fashion Week location, or a gelato, that could also be an option. The feeling of being away for a while; I find it magical, every time again. What is it that traveling does to us? It's almost impossible to put into words. And yet I'm going to do it.

Traveling is…

…something with a new perspective

 Traveling gives you the time to think about all the things you normally have ‘no time’ for in the new and unfamiliar environment you find yourself in. Who am I? Where do I stand now? What do I actually want in life?

…something with freedom

No fixed rhythm, getting up when you want to get up, eating when you want to eat, shopping when you want to shop. Real freedom. How your day will look? You have the say.

…something with adventure

 At any moment, something cool, exciting, and beautiful can happen that you don't expect. Adventure always beckons. It's the surprise that triggers people to keep going.

…something with meeting new people

People you probably would never meet in life. With whom you can exchange stories. Who can temporarily become your travel buddies.

…something with spending whole days outdoors

Because honestly: abroad, you're often just out and about all day. It gives you energy, it makes you happy, and let's not forget that trips to the sun enhance that feeling of happiness even more. Although snow works too, you know.

…something with a different you

You behave more freely (no one knows you anyway), you experience fewer inhibitions and make contact more easily. For example, I find diving super scary, but I still impulsively threw myself into the adventure. Curaçao I would never have dared to do that in the Netherlands.

…something with delicious food

New scents, local products, trying out crazy dishes… Travelers can't stop talking about it. Including me.

…something with snapping and gaining inspiration

The super Instagrammable streets (hello Milan again), the nature, the architecture, the locals… Every country has its charm, and because you're so used to home, you find everything impressive. Every time I've been on the road, I come back with cool ideas.

You understand; Lil and I are going to sniff some Milanese air for a bit. And tonight, of course, we'll dive back behind the laptop for the very last (sniff) Milan Fashion Week Diary of this season. Shall I talk to you again then? Cozy.