Reflections on Transformative Travel

This chapter delves into a writer's nostalgic journey through their 40-year-old journal, recounting experiences on a hippie bus from Istanbul to Kathmandu. It emphasizes the significance of writing amidst cultural chaos and the personal growth borne from travel, contrasting immersive experiences with performative travel. The speaker categorizes travel into three types—tourist, traveler, and pilgrim—advocating for a deeper understanding of global citizenship through meaningful travel.