took about 6 months to travel: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Japan. It was a life changing experience and I learned so much about myself and the world. I have no regrets. I am now back in the US working in a different field. I’m still trying to decide if I want to go back to the corporate world or travel again. I think it’s important to find a balance between the two, but I understand why some people choose to prioritize travel.
At 23, I recently graduated college and immediately started my career. I’ve been in the corporate 9-5 grind for two years now, but all I ever think about is taking a gap year, or going on a working holiday visa, to travel before settling into a stable routine. I’m struggling to decide whether to prioritize my career or travel, and I want to hear from others who have been in my shoes.
I understand why some people prioritize travel during their 20s. After all, this is the time when you have the most freedom to explore the world. For instance, a 26-year-old man left his $120,000 consulting job to take a 6-month journey through Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Japan. Not only did he find it to be a life-changing experience, but he also learned a lot about himself and the world.
At the same time, I know that it’s important to find a balance between traveling and building a career. It’s hard to decide whether to prioritize one over the other, and I’m sure many people in their 40s can relate. For instance, someone might want to travel before their kids move out, or before they get too old to carry their own luggage.
The takeaway here is that it’s important to find a balance between travel and career-building in your 20s. Traveling can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it’s also important to have a steady job and a secure home. As long as you find a balance between the two, you won’t have any regrets.