Travelling is one of those experiences that many people long to do but are often prevented from doing due to money or work commitments, but should we endeavour to overcome these hurdles and find a way to fulfil our travelling ambitions somehow?
It is a fact that as we get older we tend to have less money as we perhaps take out a mortgage and possibly start a family, so it is easier to travel when younger or when children have fled the nest and the mortgage has been paid off.
As a young person if you really want to explore other parts of the world, then you should try to accomplish it as the experiences that are gained can be useful when you return. It is usually possible to earn money on your travels although you will need to check whether you need work permits and visas before you go. You should always make sure you have enough money to see you through your trip and always have enough money for a ticket home should you want or need to return early.
Older travellers may not have the financial restraints that younger people have but they may have responsibilities such as caring for elderly relatives to consider so sometimes shorter more frequent travel trips may be a better option.