To simply quote a paragraph is a lazy way to blog… but what Matt Gross shared in his farewell piece as a NY Times travel writer is valuable for any soul who longs to hit the road…
But more important, it’s about realizing that your budget — whether high or low — does not determine the quality of your travel experience. To travel well, you need to pack an open mind, a lot of energy, infinite patience and a willingness to embrace the awkward and unfamiliar. No amount of money in the world can buy those things — because they come free.