10 signs you're a traveler, not just a tourist

10 signs you're a traveler, not just a tourist

I still remember my first solo trip, a spur-of-the-moment decision to hop on a plane to Barcelona. At the time, my friends thought I was crazy—no fixed itinerary, no fancy hotel bookings, and only a vague idea of what I wanted to see. But here’s the thing: from the very moment I wandered down those winding streets, chatting with local artisans and sampling tapas from tucked-away spots, I felt an entirely different spark. I realized I wasn’t just…