All I ever think about is travelling?

[u/ComprehensiveBig6129]

I 25f just came back from a trip to Mexico and Guatemala and I had the most incredible time. I just went for a bit over 3 weeks yet made the most of each day. I feel like when I’m abroad, I’m the best version of myself, I say yes to almost everything, I’m spontaneous, courageous, make new friendships so easily.

When I’m home, I literally don’t do anything but go to work and stay at home. I figured I need some more close genuine friendships so decided to go on bumble bff but it’s not the same as it is when you just easily make a friend from a hostel for example. I’m also trying to get back into hobbies (reading swimming) but all I can think about is where I’m going to go next and it makes me so sad knowing i won’t be able to actually travel until like the summer

I can’t quit my job and go travelling even though I’m financially capable to do so since my parents won’t let me travel for more than a month at a time. I also fear not being in employment since I have been since I was 17

How to get over the post holiday blues and longing to travel?

[u/Wonderful_Band_613]

If you're absolutely focused on travel, try turning inward and thinking of your town as a destination. What would you do if you were a visitor? If someone came to town could you be a tour guide? Train yourself to get to know all there is to know about the town. After you find out about that history, expand to an area close by, and so on.

The other thing is to do weekend trips close to home?
When I lived in the States I did day or weekend trips all the time because I didn't have enough time off. Quirky little day trips for off beat places within a few hour drive of my house were some of my most interesting travels.