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3 Hobbies to Pursue When we Get Back out There.

Contributing Author July 6, 2020 5


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Even if you consider traveling your hobby, there are often things that you come across in your travels that you end up loving just as much, (especially if you’re unable to do it at home). When we’re allowed to, of course, look out for that not-at-home hobby rush returning. Want some ideas to get started? Here are three hobbies that you can pursue while traveling. 

Become an “Outdoorsy” Type

It’s safe to say that most people love the outdoors, but some love it more than others (and some wayyy more). If that sounds even slightly like you, then you’re in luck. 

a sign on a pole in a field
We didn’t exactly hike it, but we got a good look at the sign. Pacific Crest Trail.

Embrace the great outdoors all over the world and witness an array of stunning sights, from the sprawling woodland of North America to the remarkable desert views of the Middle East. As outdoorsy as we aren’t, we found amazing “Safaris” in Thailand and tried camping in Northern New York. No matter what you love, there is something for everybody. Fishing hobbyists might take an investment in something like Tailored Tackle’s bass kit for serious lake fishing, while skiers and snowboarders can take their Burton boards to the highest peaks and test their skills on some of the most demanding runs the world has to offer.

 

EAT!

As much as you might love the food at home, there is always so much more to sample. These authentic food and drinks are things you cannot get anywhere else. Anyone with a varied palate can enjoy traditional foods, whether at the finest restaurants of Paris or the street food markets found in Asia. 

a group of bowls of food on a table
Start with an app! Our setup inside the pool lounge at Grand Hotel D’Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Even if you consider yourself a fussy eater, sampling worldwide cuisine could be the shove you need to expand your horizons. With such a range of delicious meals, you can experience a wealth of dishes that will inspire your tastebuds and leave you, quite literally, hungry for more.

 

Dive Deeper

Diving deep underwater in places like Australia and Thailand can introduce you to something as close to a whole other than possible. The diversity of ocean life is full of surprises, and for many, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you should do everything in your power to witness. 

a man in sunglasses taking a selfie on a boat
Try operators outside your hotel or resort to save money. You may end up on a boat with a creeper wearing fake RayBans. Jake on his way to snorkel off Koh Chang, Thailand.

 

Off the coast of Africa, South and Central America, and places like Scotland, you can see gentle giants like whales or you can witness the intelligent movements of dolphins. Further into the deep, there are shipwrecks and treasures for you to uncover. If you feel you have exhausted all travel options on land, there is always something new to discover beneath the surface of the ocean, and the more you explore, the more confident and qualified you will be to dive even deeper until all light fades. It is just you and an array of marine life just as curious about you as you are about them. 

 

Get On Your Hobby Horse

 

No matter where you go, you can embrace old hobbies, and even discover new ones. Travel gives you the perfect opportunity to expand your horizons, and as any experienced traveler knows, there is something new to find around every corner. You may not be able to pursue these hobbies now, but when the time comes, you will be ready.

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