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While dramatic headlines and general uncertainty consume our lives at the moment, it is important to recognise that everything will pass. There is a high chance that the average person’s life will return to normality as quickly as it became abnormal. Therefore, it is important to inject some much-needed positivity and prepare for some exciting times ahead to compensate for the struggles, no matter how far in the future. While travelling abroad may not be the best decision at this time, there is no reason not to look forward in time to plan a dream trip that you will most definitely deserve. In fact, there is more reason to do so. So, read on to explore the controversial, yet reasonable opinion that right now is the perfect time to start planning your next holiday.
While most of us (if lucky enough to do so) are working from our dining room tables accompanied by loungewear, growing cabin fever and an unnecessary amount of hot beverages. Dreaming of escapes to places like Thailand or Mauritius for when all of this ends can be one of the best motivators. Trips of a lifetime can often be too rushed, In which case, now is the best period to take the time to get inspired, research and have everything lined up so that when the moment is right, booking your next holiday is only a click or call away.
Subscribing to magazines like Condé Nast Traveller, Afar or even Villanovo’s free magazine can be great sources of inspiration for your next adventure. This also goes for travel books, movies or even YouTube channels. Taking the time to understand what kind of traveller you are is super important; will you be a nature explorer in Asia or a European city hopper? Whoever you are, not only is discovering travel from your sofa a great escape from your daily routine, it means you are keeping busy by focusing on happy times to come.
As social media becomes one of our most powerful tools in times like this, take advantage and engage with the travel community to discover a variety of secrets you would never find in a travel guide handbook. If you have your heart set upon a particular destination, previous holiday goers are bound to love sharing their experiences which can be particularly valuable to compile for your next trip. Places like Reddit, Quora or specific travelling forums are ideal locations to open up conversations about wanderlust. Furthermore, if others online who have also planned their trip for the same time that you are thinking, what a great opportunity to get to know some friendly faces in advance!
As many people are choosing to stay at home for the meantime, availability shouldn’t be a problem right now. This also goes for offers on flights as many airlines have already released their winter sale early this year. Considering that some destinations can hover around 4 figures for a return ticket, this is an ideal time to scout for deals to fly to a heavenly land far away. Moreover, if you find yourself enchanted by one of our luxury villas or one of our destinations, be sure to call or email as our expert villa specialists are all available to give advice about destinations and help you select the perfect place to stay whenever you are ready to book.
Being able to take advantage of the best advice and recommendations from people in the industry when it is quieter is a huge opportunity. Usually, those who offer the recommendations are just as excited about your trip as you are, so why not reach out and discover where your next adventure awaits.
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