Travelling is the most exciting thing one can do, but sometimes the lack of “someone” to reciprocate the excitement can make it underwhelming. Hence the need for the “Buddy system”.
A buddy is a friend, partner, casual acquaintance, stranger that provides companionship. Travelling with a companion can be an added spice to an already seasoned travel plan and its advantages cannot be overlooked.
Below are the various benefits derived from travelling with a BUDDY!
- SAFETY
Travelling with a buddy gives you the feeling of safety and security and allows you to stress less over trivial issues e.g looking after your belongings while you go to the restroom.
- AFFORDABLE
Travelling with a companion tends to be cheaper than travelling solo, it gives you the freedom to split bills and share expenses than otherwise would have been fully paid for by you.
- ENJOYABLE
The purpose of travelling is to make enjoyable, long-lasting memories and experiences, going alone inhibits this. As the saying goes “Experiences are better shared with others”. Having a travel buddy not only makes your journey more fun, it strengthens the bond you both (buddy) have.
- CONVENIENCE
Travelling with a friend or companion provides a great deal of convenience. It gives you the leeway to be more expressive i.e Taking Photos rather than asking strangers.
Although the buddy system is generally positive, a lot boils down to individual preference. “How you are in your everyday life?! An introvertive traveller would rather be alone than bring company, this distinction is what makes a trip miserable or enjoyable.
