It’s not just the scenery that makes a trip memorable – for many travellers, it’s the people they meet along the way.
New research has found that almost half of Europeans believe travel is the most effective way to start new personal relationships, as time away from daily routines leaves people feeling more open to new experiences – and new connections.
The study, by travel platform WeRoad, collected information from 5,000 individuals in Spain, Italy, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
According to the data, 45% said they think travel is the best way to make new friendships, rather than in traditional spaces such as work or university.
It seems to be the freedom of travel itself which encourages these new connections. Eight out of 10 respondents said they feel more receptive to others when travelling, while 58% explained that meeting new people is an essential part of the experience.
