By: Fiona Moriarty, Hipmunk
There are more benefits to travel than just having fun. If you're trying to get in touch with your inner self, visiting other countries or just going outside of your comfort zone at home in the United States can help you learn about yourself and the world around you. Booking hotels in Sydney and cities around the globe can help you achieve your goal of better self-awareness. Here are four cities that are perfect for finding yourself.
Sydney, Australia
The benefit of finding yourself in Sydney is that you'll be in an English-speaking country, so there's no need to worry about any language barriers. Not only can you visit famous sites like the
and
, but you can also head out of the city to get in touch with nature at the nearby
. Hotels like the
give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture.
Denali, Alaska
Unspoiled Alaska is full of sprawling views and wildlife that has been untouched by humans. If you're the kind of person who needs peace, quiet and nature to truly find yourself, the
is an ideal destination. Located on a mind-boggling six million acres of land, Denali features Mount McKinley, the highest point on the North American continent. When you want to get away from civilization to give yourself a better opportunity to listen to your inner voice, Alaska's wilderness is the place to do it.
Samara, Costa Rica
When finding yourself means trying out adventurous activities that you never thought you would actually get to do,
is the place to go. Ziplining, hiking and kayaking are all challenging, active options in the beautiful scenery of this beach town. As the safest country in Central America, Costa Rica draws in travelers from around the world to enjoy a peaceful, tropical setting.
Napa Valley, California
You don't have to leave the continental U.S. to find yourself. Enjoy the simple things in life by sampling local wines and farm-fresh foods in Napa Valley. This area of California is a destination for soul-searchers thanks to the farm-to-table movement and a hopping art scene that can be explored at galleries like
and the
. High-end hotels like the
let you unwind after a long day of meditative self-exploration.
Traveling the globe gives you the opportunity to learn about other cultures first-hand while searching for your own inner understanding. Whether you are one with nature or more at home in an urban setting, visiting one of the destinations above can help you find yourself through travel.
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