When we think of travel, we most often think of planes, airports, and faraway countries. However, there are a thousand and one ways to travel. At a time when ecology is at the center of all concerns, it is high time to reinvent our way of getting away from it all. Bobee Spot invites you to change your outlook and appreciate the little moments in life. Traveling without going far from home? It’s possible, and for that, you don’t need a passport, just a little imagination! Here are our tips.
Take the time to admire and discover certain places
Who has never said, ” This is my first time here, and yet I have been walking past it for years”? We can all think of a village, a neighborhood, a place, a path that has always caught our eye but that we have never taken the time to pace up and down, discover or visit. The first thing to do when traveling without leaving home is to forget your watch. Let yourself be carried away, stop to take the time and open your eyes. A good way to admire the details is to bring your camera along. Play the amateur photographer, and try to take original shots. We discover a lot of things when we change our gaze. If you want to take your little trip to a village, why not book a nice hotel room and make the most of the weekend?
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Challenge yourself not to leave your department
Traveling without going far from home can be an opportunity to challenge yourself to stay within a small area. There are undoubtedly a lot of spots that you don’t know in your department. You haven’t been to some restaurants that your friends have told you about. There certainly are towns or villages that you only know by name. Traveling in your department means taking the time to explore your environment in depth. Often, without going far from home, we discover gems and live unique experiences. France offers us a multitude of sceneries, and even within the same department, you can feel far away from home.
Find the nearest summit to travel without going far from home
How many people from Aix have never climbed to the top of the Sainte Victoire mountain? Surely a lot! It nevertheless offers them an extraordinary panorama. Wherever you live, there is bound to be a place to gain altitude. Put on your sneakers and conquer the surroundings! A hill, a mountain, a high point of view, you will certainly find a way to admire the view. Sometimes these are the places closest to us that we know the least. Traveling without going far from home also means going for hikes or walks nearby, but which you never took the time to do.
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Have a child point to places on a random map
Another tip for traveling without leaving home is to use a map and have a child randomly point their finger at a specific location. Repeat the operation several times, until you have enough points on the map to go on an adventure. It is a fun experience, which will entertain your child, and which will be an opportunity to make discoveries as a family. Chance often does things right, and you might be delighted with what it has in store for you.
Travel without leaving home by asking friends for advice
To get away from it all, why not ask for inspiration to those around you? Ask your friends what their favorite places are within a 100 km radius, for example. Make a list of these spots, and cross out any you already know. All you have to do is conquer others without delay! We often hang out in the same places, so picking up ideas from others is a great way to think outside the box. Besides, you will be sure that these are quality places where you will have a good time if they are recommended to you! This tip is a safe bet for traveling nearby without any unpleasant surprises.
Impose a mode of transport without an engine and do something for the planet
Another tip for traveling without leaving home is to limit the use of motorized transport. Of course, taking flight in a stroller, trolley, or cart isn’t easy! But you can opt for cycling, sailing, paragliding, or even your feet. Not using your car can be seen as something restrictive. However, there is a chance that you will get used to it or even find it enjoyable. It must also be said, our planet will thank you! This little trip is a great opportunity to do something for the environment.
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Use the Bobee Spot app and join the Spotters community
We saved the best tip for last, and it is to download the Bobee Spot app on your smartphone! With a few taps of the finger, you’ll dive into the world of alternative travel. At Bobee Spot, you will only find spots off the beaten track, little known and of quality. The Spotters community keeps growing thanks to each and every one of you. By posting spots, you can unlock more of them and also get points. The application geolocates you and allows you to see the unusual spots closest to you on the Bobee Map. No need to go far from home to explore the most beautiful places! This unique travel tool will be your best friend for nearby weekends or holidays. You can also search by hashtags and like your favorite spots. To try Bobee Spot is to adopt it!
As you will have understood, traveling without going far from home requires a little imagination. The simpler is often the better, and that goes for travel too. Bobee Spot makes your life easier and allows you to join a real community. The people who use the app are all looking for the perfect and unique spot. Look around you! The extraordinary has never been so close.