Leaving Switzerland

Moving here was a incredibly unlikely move for me. When I first started researching schools, The Swiss Hospitality Management School (SHMS) was by far the most unrealistic choice. It was far away, it was expensive, it was in a country I'd never been to, it was just too nice. The problem is when I get crazy ideas, sometimes they happen. Its a blessing and a curse really. (Read more about my experience moving to Switzerland here.)

Luckily, hindsight is 20/20 and now that its all done, I still can't believe was has gone down here. Seriously, how did I move to Switzerland and do my masters? I was present every step of the way but I always expect something to happen that brings everything to a screeching halt. But it never happened. Everything just worked itself out, for better or worse, I'm still here.

I knew getting into this I never wanted to live in Switzerland forever, but it will always have a special place in my heart. I wondered if I could live somewhere that wasn't an island. Somewhere that was completely unlike what I'm accustomed to. And I realized, in the mountains, that it is possible. While this experience has taught me that I can't do everything, it has also made me realize, I can survive more than I thought.

Now I'm getting ready to leave this immaculately beautiful country and all I can think to myself is, I hope I can learn as much somewhere else. Switzerland, you've given me so much and I can't thank you enough. I probably won't see you any time soon but that doesn't mean I can't take you with me everywhere I go.

Tell me about your experiences leaving somewhere you never expected to go. Or better yet, what crazy ideas have you had that just seemed to work themselves out?

Why You Should Travel With Your Dad

Traveling with your dad can seem like a horrible idea when you are old enough to travel on your own. Why would you want to travel with your parents when you have the freedom to do it by yourself? However, I've found that there are certain benefits to traveling with your dad which you should consider next time you want to take a weekend getaway, and why you should shoot your old fella an invite.

Dads Pay For Stuff - Lets face it while most of these reasons won't have monetary values, this one does. Traveling in groups saves money and when you are traveling with someone who might pick up the check more often, it doesn't hurt. Its not the only reason to travel with Pop's but it definitely doesn't hurt.

Quality Time - The day to day with your parents makes you forget the little things. While when you travel, you grow to appreciate the little things. Things that you may miss everyday become special again, partially because they are special, partially because you are able to see them through a different lens.

Getting to Know Them - Unfortunately our parents get older. You may not notice it everyday and you may want to deny it, but its true. They won't be here forever, so take some time and go somewhere you can see them in a different light. Talk. Ask questions. Tell stories, even the ones you know already. You would be surprised the things you forget over time. And you would be surprised the things you would want to remember forever.

Earn Their Respect - Travel may allow you to see your dad in a different light, but it works the other way too. Taking yourself out of the usual routine makes you have to face new challenges. Your dad seeing that can help them see you as an adult. Planning your trip and taking control of things may help them to finally see how grown up you really are.

Because They Are Your Dad - Everyone's dad is special and sometimes its nice to let them know that. Whoever you call dad probably worked really hard raising you and sometimes its just nice to say thanks carrying them somewhere nice.

I've taken a lot of trips with my parents and I love traveling with them, but I have to admit it can be challenging. However, its all worthwhile. The older I get and the more independent I become, the more the dynamic has changed. Traveling with my dad has helped me understand him in a unique way... for better or for worse. One thing I must admit though, I'll never forget some of the moments we have had traveling together. What are your favorite moments traveling with your dad? And don't forget...

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

Vlune with Adrian Bliss

Love travel bloggers? Great, well here's the best one! Just kidding. Adrian Bliss sucks, but his videos are pretty hilarious. Complete satire, mocking all that is holy about travel bloggers and travel blogging. He's doing this throughout June tracking his journey to Vidcon. And you get to watch from the very beginning! Its a truly inspirational tour he takes, not only across America, but to himself. And just remember to keep on believing, do all the things and have fun during the day... (Outro)

Not All Those Who Wander...