Thursday, December 27, 2007

The Art of Travel

Travel lightly. You are not traveling for people to see you!

Travel humbly. Visit people and places with reverence and respect for their traditions and way of life.

Travel courteously. Consideration for your fellow travelers and your hosts will smooth the way through the most difficult days.

Travel gratefully. Show appreciation for the many things that are being done by others for your enjoyment and comfort.

Travel with an open mind. Leave your prejudices at home.

Travel fearlessly. Banish worry and timidity; the world and its people belong to you just as you belong to the world.

Travel relaxed. Make up your mind to have a good time.

Travel patiently. It takes time to understand others, especially when there are barriers of language and custom; stay flexible and adaptable in all situations.

Travel with the spirit of a world citizen. You will discover that people the world around are basically like you. Be an ambassador of good will to all people.

Wildred A. Peterson

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