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How can you truly understand the beauty of this world? How can you know if you love the Earth where you were born? The best and easiest way to explore the 'natural and fragrant beauty' of this world is to embark on a journey of Travel!
Below are 50 insights from the editors, contributors, writers, chefs, musicians, and even photographers,... on BBC Travel's page about why they cherish this world, as well as how this world has inspired them. Let's explore and let Mytour know what your reasons for loving the world are!
Discover 50 reasons to fall in love with our world
50. Because swimming alongside humpback whales in Tonga made me realize how beautiful the creatures on this Earth are. – Lia Barrett, BBC Travel contributor.
49. Because I went to Jamaica and witnessed 145 baby turtles hatch from their nests and crazily rush into the sea. At that moment, I felt the greatness of the creator as well as greatly admired the power of instinct. – Mario Batali, Chef.
Because I finally climbed to the top of the Duomo square, the symbol of Florence, Italy, and witnessed an unparalleled view. – Eric Weiner, BBC Travel contributor.
Because while traveling to the Sierra Nevada mountains in Colombia, this Kogi girl's family made me a lemonade and warmly welcomed me into their world. – Simon Reeve, BBC TV presenter.
Because I participated in a fashion show in Kibera, the largest slum in Kenya, organized by Shining Hope for Communities (a non-profit organization fighting gender inequality and poverty in the Kibera slum, Nairobi, Kenya). Participants wore outfits made of condoms to promote safe sex. – Nicholas Kristof, author of the book A Path Appears.
Because no matter what my purpose of traveling around the world is, I always want to come back to Yosemite Falls (located in Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada, California). The more I go, the more I love this place, to the point of considering it as my home. – Jimmy Chin, Photographer.
Because I finally followed in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton, who made a great exploration and took great photos on South Georgia Island, Antarctica 100 years ago. – Allison Busacca, BBC Travel editor.
Because sometimes the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal has to give way to the simple beauty of everyday life like this. – Gavin Haines, BBC Travel contributor.
Because after years of enjoying Malbec wine at dinners or restaurants in Argentina, I finally witnessed the grape harvest in Mendoza. – Bridget Gleeson, BBC Travel contributor.
Because watching the sunrise in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park made me suddenly feel so small. – Andy Isaacson, writer.
Because I finally visited Mexico during the Day of the Dead celebration and discovered that sometimes reality is completely different from imagination. – Brad Cohen, BBC Travel explorer.
Because we got to Seville, Spain during the Feria festival, where flamenco music, girls in impressive costumes, dramatic bullfights, lively horse races, and intoxicating flavors of sherry combine. – Amber Paulen, BBC Travel contributor.
Because seeing a chicken trying to decide whether to cross the road in Hanoi made me ponder the meaning of great philosophical questions in life. – David Farley, BBC Travel editor.
Because when I visited Bhutan, the most sacred and magical country I've ever visited, I had the honor of preparing and serving soup for young monks at a monastery. – Eric Ripert, Chef.
Because on the JR Yamanote Line train route (a loop line around Tokyo), I made friends with a little companion. This friendship reminded me that sometimes age, language, or geography are not barriers to forming a friendship. – Karina Martinez-Carter, BBC Travel contributor.
Because on the Mid-Autumn Festival in Singapore, the sky of the Lion City will be vividly colorful, dazzling, and vibrant, like an airborne exhibition. – Abbie Kozolchyk, Writer.
Because I've been to Rio de Janeiro for a few weeks and now I can say that I've seen the most beautiful city in the world. – Valerie Conners, BBC Travel contributor.
Because after enduring all the hardships imaginable during a trip to the northern Cambodian jungle (sweaty and rainy, not to mention mosquito bites, muddy shoes, exhausted bodies,...), I was finally rewarded by seeing giant faces carved into stone looking out in all four directions on top of a tower. At that moment I knew that the world truly has so many amazing things to offer. – Don George, BBC Travel editor.
Because during the trek to La Ciudad Perdida, Colombia, I realized that the joy of sharing my journey with others was immense. I had the opportunity to make friends with other travelers, chefs, and even guides. – Candace Rose Rardon, BBC Travel contributor.
Because as I strolled along the Malecon coastline in Havana, I witnessed a parade of classic sedans evoking nostalgia for a bygone era in America, but still very much alive in Cuba. – Jeff Greenwald, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I witnessed a cloudless, golden sunny day, crystal-clear blue sea, and magnificent cliffs when visiting the San Juan Islands in Washington. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. – Sam Champion, The Weather Channel.
Because I finally had the chance to explore Cork city, Ireland, and see the remnants of ancient castle ruins with my own eyes. – Joe Bastianich, Restaurateur.
Because in Thailand I had an incredibly impressive moment with one of nature's most majestic creatures. – Steven Tyler, Musician.
Because after my trip to Zurich, I knew what it's like to eat, eat, and eat for a whole year. Dieting? What's dieting? – John Lee, BBC Travel contributor.
Because there's nothing more amazing than watching the sunset in the dusty desert at Coachella. – Ashley Winchester, BBC Travel contributor.
Because of the patience, serenity, and generosity of the Hong Kong students during the protests. They remained calm and extremely optimistic, providing food and water for everyone at protest sites and even free hugs. – Kate Whitehead, BBC Travel contributor.
Because facing the beauty of the Grand Canyon, you can't help but explode with wonder. – Pam Mandel, Writer.
Because cruising on the Bosphorus channel in Istanbul is an incredibly romantic experience. – Amanda Ruggeri, BBC Travel editor.
Because after months of learning Thai via Skype with no results, I mastered saying 'hello' and 'thank you' more accurately to street vendors in Bangkok when traveling to this country, making him delighted. – Brian Spencer, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I finally conquered a 122km journey through the Alps in Italy and Switzerland via the Bernina Express railway (A high-speed train line starting from the city of Chur, Switzerland, connecting to Tirano, Italy). – Erica Firpo, BBC Travel Localite editor.
Because the feeling of jumping into a river with millions of dancing salmon swirling around is an incredibly joyful sensation to experience on this earth. – Josh Humbert, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I can find absolute silent solitude in a church carved from solid rock in Tigrai, Ethiopia. – Finlo Nelson Rohrer, BBC News Magazine editor.
Because after 8 days of challenging trekking, I reached Everest Base Camp at 5,380m altitude, only to realize that my endpoint was just the beginning for other mountaineers, on the path to conquer the world's highest peak. – Laurel Robbins, BBC Travel Localite editor.
Because while drifting on a small boat in Lysefjord, Norway, I realized that there's nothing greater than feeling truly small in the vast world. – Terry Ward, BBC Travel contributor.
Because after years of traveling, I've discovered that there are many mysterious places in the world waiting to be explored. – Lindsey Galloway, BBC Travel editor, Worldwide Weird section.
Because I flew to the summit of Jungfrau and had an exciting game of tennis on the An-pơ Mountain Range (Alps) with Roger Federer. It was one of the greatest adventures of my life! – Lindsey Vonn, Professional skier.
Because I met 5 snow leopards at a rehabilitation center in Kyrgyzstan, and that showed me the boundless beauty of the wilderness. – Stephen Lioy, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I climbed Matterhorn with my son and grandson. A breathtaking scenery, an incredible challenge, and a happy family, it was indeed a fantastic experience. - Richard Branson, entrepreneur and adventurer.
Because in front of the natural beauty of Papua New Guinea, I witnessed a volcano erupting from a distant mountain. - Ian Neubauer, BBC Travel contributor.
Because while in Seychelles, I joined the local fishermen casting nets and realized their genuine love for their work. - Lola Akinmade Åkerström, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I had the opportunity to explore the irresistible natural beauty of French Polynesia. It's truly stunning, just like the picture below. No, perhaps even more beautiful. - Brooke Dombroski, Photographer.
Because participating in the Skateistan project in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, allowed me to share my passion for skateboarding with children who have never experienced such exhilaration. Skateboarding transcends all boundaries, racial and economic barriers; it's a joy I've never experienced before. - Tony Hawk, Professional skateboarder.
Because shortly after leaving Las Vegas last summer, I noticed a strange resemblance between 'Sin City' Las Vegas and the capital city of North Korea, Pyongyang. - Pico Iyer, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I traveled to Greece and finally understood why they call it the 'Aegean Blue.' - Jodi Ettenberg, BBC Travel contributor.
Because I'm traveling in Japan during cherry blossom season, and it's truly stunning. - Jimmy Cohrssen, Photographer.
Because in Atacama - the driest desert in the world - you'll never get lost if you walk on a road like this. - Dave Seminara, BBC Travel contributor.
Because while trekking in the Gheralta Mountains on the northern Ethiopian highlands, I realized the immense healing power of travel for the 'ailments' of the soul. - Audrey Scott, BBC Travel contributor.
Because witnessing Mariachi music and breakdance performances in the center of San Miguel de Allende square, I fell deeper in love with the world. - Jim Benning, Deputy editor BBC Travel.
Because only when I'm in Jackson Hole, Wyoming - my favorite among the 48 contiguous states of the United States - can I leave my work behind just to play and relax. - David Chang, Chef.
Because flying to London, I realized that whether sitting in the aisle or window seat, it's all the same. - Andy Murdock, BBC Travel contributor.
As per BBC Travel
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourMarch 12, 2015
