There is an article floating around the internet/Facebook called "Don't Date a Girl Who Travels" which emphasizes how independent and strong female travelers are, but in doing so they list a bunch a negative characteristics (i.e. can't commit, can't hold a steady job, leads a life of uncertainty, etc.). I couldn't really relate to it and it bothered me that this negative image is being promoted.
Then yesterday, I stumbled across a blogger who wrote a rebuttal to the article, and she's spot on. Ha ha.
This describes me perfectly. ;)
"Why You Should Date a Girl Who Travels"
Date a girl who travels. She is the one with the sun
kissed skin and lightly scattered freckles. A sense of wellness
radiates around her, paired with plump healthy skin and a twinkle in her
eye.
Date a girl who travels. She is less
materialistic. She doesn't dote on possessions but rather treasured
experiences. Expensive presents are unnecessary, rather give her
photographs she can have with her at all times. She can see those that
live with less, recognize the small fortunes of happiness.
Date a girl who travels for somewhere is always home.
She values her time there and relishes hearing about normalcy even if
it's not long before her feet start to itch again. She is proud of her
hometown for it is a new city for someone else to explore.
Date a girl who travels.
She is the hardest working woman you will know. She will most likely
hold down two or three jobs to fund her adventures. Not to mention an
entrepreneur turning her travels into an income source. She is smart and
knows that these days many employees find international travel
favorable in future candidates.
Date a girl who travels for you will always be pleasantly surprised. She navigates unknown cities with a great sense of direction but also enjoys the spontaneity of getting lost.
Date a girl who travels.
After many missed flights, wrong turns, delays, bad street food and bad
restrooms to deposit said food, she is easy going and adaptable. She is
prepared for bumps in the road literally and metaphorically. Life
throws curve balls and she smacks them right out of the park
Date a girl who travels because she is supportive and understanding.
She is conscious you may not ever be as travel orientated as her but
she will always be fun, take what life has to offer and help you do the
same. As a bonus she will put up with snoring and farting because she
has shared a 20 bunk hostel room.
Date a girl who travels
as she engages with worldly company learning the history, culture and
behaviors of societies, which is sure to impress the parents.
She is used to befriending strangers, thriving at conversation. She will
always be open to meeting new people and impress at your work social
engagements.
Date a girl who travels. She is independent, smart and strong.
She will always be self-sufficient; never needy. She doesn't believe in
stage five clingers. She knows the rewards of good budgets and saving
her money. She learns the ins and outs of how people live and has the
kind of street smarts that will spot the sketchy looking guy a mile away
before he pulls a "distract and go" scam.
Next time join her. Travel bonds you.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/stephanie-ridhalgh/date-a-girl-who-travels_b_4719605.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009
That being said, my flatmate informed me yesterday that round-trip tickets from Leeds to Europe are as low as $62, so we're planning some weekend jumps to Spain? Czech Republic? Italy? Whatever destination is cheapest on a weekend we have no homework/exams. :)
