Travel: discovery, independence and new perspectives

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broaden your horizons

расширять кругозор

syn:

widen your outlook

opp:

narrow your horizons

to learn more about the world and become open to different ways of life

Travelling can broaden my horizons by introducing me to different traditions.

Studying abroad broadened my horizons because I heard opinions I had never considered before.

develop independence

развивать самостоятельность

syn:

become more self-reliant

to become better able to manage without help

Planning a trip can help teenagers develop independence because they have to make practical decisions.

I developed my independence by managing a small travel budget during our school exchange.

experience first-hand

испытывать лично

syn:

experience directly

to learn about an event, place, or activity by seeing or doing it yourself

We experienced life on a working farm first-hand by helping to feed the animals.

Travelling lets me experience other cultures first-hand, from everyday meals to local celebrations.

gain a fresh perspective

взглянуть по-новому

syn:

see things differently

to develop a new way of thinking about a subject or situation

After staying in a quiet village, I gained a fresh perspective on the noise and pace of city life.

Travel can help teenagers gain a fresh perspective on their own lives.

get away from it all

отвлечься от забот

syn:

escape the daily routine

to escape from daily routines and worries for a while

A weekend in the countryside helps me get away from it all.

We went to a quiet campsite to get away from it all after a busy school term.

immerse yourself in another culture

make lasting memories

make the most of a trip

pursue a personal interest

recharge your batteries

satisfy curiosity

step out of your comfort zone

strengthen relationships

take a break from routine