The World is Waiting for Us
One Day soon…
It's early Sunday morning, I'm wide awake thinking about everything that is going on around us. To relax my mind, I turn to one of my favorite comforts, looking over my previous travel pictures. Studying the vibrant colors, appreciating different cultures, experiencing tasteful cuisines with urban vibes, waking to a peaceful sunrise on white sand beaches surrounded by turquoise waters. These awe-inspiring images remain ingrained in my memory. I know they are on your mind too as you stare at your luggage sitting in the closet or the corner of your room, wondering when you’ll be able to pack up and explore once again.
But the world is there, waiting for us. And it’s going to wait as we all take care of our health and wellness.
Because of COVID-19, I have had to cancel trips for clients as well as for myself. I understand all too well the disappointment everyone is going through. We were all looking forward to setting sail on the high seas, lounging by the water with a refreshing chilled cocktail, dining on impeccable cuisines from different countries, seeing and experiencing new things. It broke my heart to cancel my trip island hoping around Greece. I was supposed to be standing in Santorini overlooking the caldera at the end of this month!!
As a travel advisor, I can assure you that as disappointing as it is to cancel plans you’ve been dreaming of for months or longer, we will soon be back to exploring our world. It is waiting for us, and when it’s time, I will be ready to help you plan your dream trip. Whether you fell in love with Italy and can’t wait to go back or you’ve always wanted to go to island-hopping in Greece (deep sigh), the world will be ours to appreciate once more.
In all honesty, I think we’ll appreciate it even more than ever before. All these beautiful continents brimming with countries that have unique landscapes, notable landmarks, and soul-soothing food and culture will welcome us with open arms. While much does remain uncertain about travel in the current state of the pandemic, there is something you can be absolutely sure about. I am here for you and will always be as we get through this together. Don’t give up on your dreams of exploring the places that haunt your mind. I can help you plan them even now and then set a date for you when we’re back to our old globe-trotting ways.For now, we’ll have to make the best of it. Cruises will set sail again and planes will glide across the sky, making their way to these beautiful destinations. To fight that disappointment, start thinking of where you’d love to go when we are finally able to do so. Keep busy getting staying active, whether it’s on your peloton, virtual yoga or hitting the pavement. Moving the body does wonderful things for the mind and unites mental and physical wellness. Plus you will have the perfect vacation body when it’s time to travel again! My love and best wishes to you and your loved ones. Stay safe!
Maisha 'Mai' Harvey