Travelling is so much more than just going on vacation. There’s nothing wrong with that of course, but when you’re on vacation you generally set out to relax and indulge, visit the tourist spots and generally just be a tourist. Travelling is a lot more gritty- chances are you’re out to find the hidden gems off the beaten track. You want to talk to the locals and explore the foods and places they love, you want to learn and expand your mind. You dont mind getting a little uncomfortable and roughing it up all as part of the experience. So camping can be a great way to travel for lots of reasons. Here are some of them!
Exploration
Camping opens doors to destinations that are untouched by mass tourism, so you’re not confined to tourist spot. Instead you might find yourself wandering through forests, hiking rugged terrains and setting up camp in places that only a few have ever witnessed. If you want to get away from the conventional sights and feel like a traveller rather than a vacationer then camping means you can get away from hotels and other forms of accommodation and further out into the wild. Armed with your pop up tents for camping and some essentials and you’re truly free to explore the amazing planet we live on.
Culture
Camping gives you the chance to forge connections with locals in a way that luxury resorts simply cant. Conversations around a campfire, shared stories and a warm meal exchanged with the locals can offer such a unique perspective into their lives, traditions and beliefs.
Food
Forget gourmet restaurants, you can find delicious foods in a more humble and authentic way by camping and hiking your way across different destinations. You can source ingredients from local markets and cook them over an open flame or portable stove, this means savouring different ingredients and experimenting with campfire recipes. You could even have a go at foraging and hunting your own foods too, just make sure you’re clued up about what you can and cant eat or hunt safely and legally in different destinations. The experience of preparing meals in the great outdoors can heighten your appreciation for the sustenance nature provides.
Personal Growth
Stepping out of your comfort zone leads to personal growth, and camping really allows you to do this. Sleeping under the stars, weathering changing conditions and adapting to outdoor living all push you to confront different kinds of challenges head on. These moments of discomfort build up resilience and empower you to thrive.
Nature
Camping allows you to spend time in nature’s beautiful grandeur, allowing you to experience its beauty in its purest form. Sit and watch the sunrise in the morning while practising yoga, or point out shooting starts with your partner or best friends. See nature up close and personal- its these experiences that will awaken a sense of awe and wonder that no luxurious accommodation can replicate.