My First Trip Alone
I believe it is very important to discover many places and know more about other cultures, traditions, and customs. One of my most positive childhood memories is traveling with my family each summer, even though I could not choose where to go. Last year, I decided that it was time to travel alone, and to open my eyes to the world’s greatness.
I had discussed the idea before with my parents, who always said no. Finally, they agreed after many trials. At the beginning, I was a little afraid because I wasn’t mature enough to face a huge world with its good and bad sides. I was also concerned about being far from my family and my friends, because I knew it would be a very interesting but new experience.
The first thing I wanted to do before making a final decision was to prepare myself. I asked my parents about many things that could be available for me. I then tried to note and to register all this advice. Moreover, I collected everything that could be useful for me, like a map, compass, money, and a lot of other things. I also asked many people who had already gone on such an experience, and they were really helpful. Furthermore, I organized my plans, and decided to follow these steps to be sure and comfortable about my trip.
This trip was the beginning of a lifelong experience, and I wasn’t sure I could succeed. Looking back, I definitely think that I made the right decision. I feel really happy when I find myself able to inform someone about a place or to answer my teacher in class.
The idea of traveling alone and discovering many different and new places, which seemed difficult at first because of my young age, has brought about many positive changes in my life. Sometimes, I think that the trip I took alone has changed the way I think and act now.
By Hajar Benlahbi, Adv 3
I had discussed the idea before with my parents, who always said no. Finally, they agreed after many trials. At the beginning, I was a little afraid because I wasn’t mature enough to face a huge world with its good and bad sides. I was also concerned about being far from my family and my friends, because I knew it would be a very interesting but new experience.
The first thing I wanted to do before making a final decision was to prepare myself. I asked my parents about many things that could be available for me. I then tried to note and to register all this advice. Moreover, I collected everything that could be useful for me, like a map, compass, money, and a lot of other things. I also asked many people who had already gone on such an experience, and they were really helpful. Furthermore, I organized my plans, and decided to follow these steps to be sure and comfortable about my trip.
This trip was the beginning of a lifelong experience, and I wasn’t sure I could succeed. Looking back, I definitely think that I made the right decision. I feel really happy when I find myself able to inform someone about a place or to answer my teacher in class.
The idea of traveling alone and discovering many different and new places, which seemed difficult at first because of my young age, has brought about many positive changes in my life. Sometimes, I think that the trip I took alone has changed the way I think and act now.
By Hajar Benlahbi, Adv 3