What’s The Most Important Reason Americans Should Travel Overseas?
Nomadic Matt’s recent post on why Americans don’t travel overseas generated a large number of comments, and got me thinking of a number of reasons why they should. His post was fairly controversial, but taking his premise to be true, I came up with a list of reasons why Americans should travel overseas.
I kept coming to the conclusion that, why Americans should travel overseas isn’t really much different than why anyone should travel. Then I came upon one, but my opinion alone isn’t enough to answer this question.
I’d like to hear from you – what do you think is the most important reason Americans should travel overseas?
I’ll share with you my original conclusion in a post next Monday. Until then, let the comments roll.
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I think the more on travel to different places the more knowledgeable you become by learning different cultures, food and ofcourse enjoyment is there with you! Americans you must visit overseas common!!
To escape the din of the election?
@ Ant:
If they haven’t escaped in the last 8 years, I don’t think they will j/k.
To learn more about other cultures to understand Americans with different backgrounds better. This will make them appreciate the blend in this country.
@ mom:
I too was thinking along those lines. That Americans traveling helps America. I think, as a whole the various ethnic groups in the States live in relative harmony.
Americans shouldn’t take that for granted..
The reason Americans should travel is that travel broadens the mind and fosters acceptance and understanding. And, like it or not (I don’t particularly), the United States is a major political player on the world stage. Your policies and cultural exports do affect the rest of the world. I’d like those policies to be more well-informed and aware of other views, not just what is in America’s best interests.
@ Linda:
It’s sometimes very easy to assume that everyone in the world lives as you do – except until you travel and get to see how varied the world truly is. No amount of reading, watching TV, or schooling can do it quite the same.
As for acting in its own interests, I think all countries do this – its just when the US does, the ripples are felt throughout the world.
Yes, I definitely agree with you. Of course, all countries act in their best interest, but if you have more understanding you can reach compromises that are good for both parties, and ultimately better for everyone.
@ Linda:
Well said
Understanding is poison to ignorance.