10 Reasons Why a Mystery Trip Is Right For You
Mystery Trips are a beautiful and life changing experience. Many of our travelers get back from one, and are instantly asking, “when can I go again?”. The mysterious build up to the grand reveal, the incredible group of travelers you’ll spend your week with, the food, music, traditions… it all comes together to make up a trip you’ll never forget. But you know what makes these trips so magical? All of our travelers share a few common goals and values. And to us, this is very important. We value the quality of our trips, and put all of our effort into creating the perfect groups of individuals who are like minded, yet come from all walks of life. We value that a group of strangers can come together to share such a beautiful experience, embrace the ups and downs, and end the day laughing. We value that our groups can respect other cultures, diversity, and traditions.
Have you been following World Mystery Trips for a while and wondering if it’s right for you? Or maybe you’re decided that you want to go on one, but not sure if you prefer a group trip, couples trip, girls trip, or solo trip? We are here to help. We have compiled our top 10 reasons why a Mystery Trip might be for you. And when you finish reading, head over to our booking page and finally book your trip! The time is now.
#10 You Value Diversity
When I mentioned that our trippers share a common line of values, this is one of them. Of course, a Mystery Trip means that you don’t know your destination until it’s time to go! How exciting, right? With that said, we believe that diversity makes the world a better place. That it is what truly gives beauty to our surroundings and teaches us new things everyday. That we can learn from each other, and believe that we need diversity. This goes for embracing your destination, as well as embracing the diversity within your travel group. We lift each other up, inspire each other, and go home laughing everyday.
#9 You want to get outside of your comfort zone
We’ve all been there. When your life feels so comfortable that you start to move through the motions of your day naturally. And we think this is amazing! Life should feel good. Everyone has a different necessity for comfort, as well as different ideas of what comfort means. In society, we often define having a secure job, a house, and a routine as comfortable. Again, this is all great, but we believe that every so often, we must break this routine and truly feel uncomfortable. Why? Because that’s when we grow. That’s when we truly realize what this life is about.
We don’t mean that you have to leave your comfortable life and go stand on the edge of a cliff just to feel uncomfortable. We mean, travel somewhere you’ve never been, try to say “hello” in the local language, try a new food, strike up a conversation with a stranger. Embrace the uncomfortable. I can guarantee you’ll LOVE it.
#8 You want to travel, but don’t want the stress of planning
This is one of the most common reasons why a Mystery Trip might be right for you! Do you sit daydreaming of all the beautiful places you want to visit, but then feel exhausted by trying to find a good flight deal, nice hotel for a reasonable rate, and what to do once you’re there?
Look no further. We are here to plan your perfect getaway, where you don’t have to do anything. All you have to do is decide you want to go, tell us your timeframe and budget, and we’ll take care of the rest. No stress, only fun. Sounds good, right?
#7 You love to try new cuisines, buy local products, and immerse yourself in a new culture
This is one of my favorite points. I LOVE visiting new places and trying the local specialities. I mean, who goes to Italy and doesn’t spend their days eating pizza and gelato? Or to make it a little more interesting, see if there is a dish that doesn’t exist in our culture and give it a try. Some of our trippers have quite adventurous palettes and will try ANYTHING. By no means must you eat everything on a Mystery Trip. In any restaurant, we are sure you’ll find something you love. However, give it some thought and be open to experiencing new things. It might just be your new favorite food! Then, go home, find a recipe, and cook it for your friends while you reminisce on your Mystery Trip.
Aside from food, we recommend that you bring a little piece of the country home with you. Whether it’s a hand painted ceramic plate, a new pair of leather boots, or some chocolate, save some money and space in your suitcase to bring home your favorite treasure.
#6 You can let go of the control, and trust us
This is very important. In order for you to enjoy your Mystery Trip experience, you have to trust us! I know, I know. Maybe you’ve never met me. How can you be sure that I know what you want? How can you know that I’ll plan the right trip for you?
Well, I’ve got the answer. I put my heart and soul into every trip I plan. I carefully read your questionnaire and get to know you before booking anything. From my years of experience traveling and planning trips, I have seen it all. I treat you as if you’re my closest friend or family, and I will do everything it takes to make sure you have a great time. All I need from you is that you let go and trust the process. Don’t worry, I’ve got you!
#5 You crave something new and exciting
Feeling a little bored in your routine these days? Want to feel the ocean breeze and drink a mojito in the Bahamas, or go dog sledding through the Norwegian mountains, finishing your day with a warm up of hot chocolate? Or maybe you want to cruise through Italy on a moped, exploring all of the Italian villages, wine tasting, and eating a whole pizza to yourself. Let a Mystery Trip add a little spark to your life and light you up in a way you haven’t felt for a long time. Life is short, and there is so much out there waiting for you.
#4 You love surprises
Okay, this one is obvious. Probably if you hate surprises, you wouldn't be reading this. A Mystery Trip is a surprise. Quite frankly the biggest surprise you might ever experience. You blindly show up to the airport with your bags packed, only to find out which plane you are boarding, and where you’ll be spending the next week of your life. Many of our trippers describe this moment as nerve-racking, yet the most exciting thing they have ever done. The best part about the surprise is that you can rest assured that everything is taken care of. The 5 minutes before the grand reveal might feel like the longest 5 minutes of your life. But we promise you, there are only good surprises here at World Mystery Trips.
#3 You want to meet new people
Meeting new people while traveling is what it’s all about. This goes for making new friends in the Mystery group, as well locals you meet in your destination. Many trippers have made lifelong friends traveling with us, and continue to plan trips together. Others have made friends in their destination, and go back to visit them on a regular basis. A Mystery Trip is the perfect opportunity to put yourself out there and get to know new people.
#2 You embrace spontaneity and a go with the flow attitude
While we take care of all of the planning and details for your trip to make it run as smoothly as possible, of course, there are always things that are out of our control that may change the course of your trip. Maybe it’s a flight delay, or the sunniest place in the world suddenly gets their first rain storm of the year. We’d love for everything to always be perfect, but we also don’t control the world. We encourage our trippers to go with the flow and make the best out of any situation. So your flight is delayed 2 hours? It’s the perfect opportunity to go grab a glass of wine and get to know the rest of the travel group before you take off! Rainy day? Head to a museum or cozy up in a local coffee shop! Lost your favorite sweater? Take the opportunity to buy yourself a new one, handmade from a local boutique. There is always a bright side to any situation, and having this perspective will totally change your experience. And speaking from experience, some of my favorite travel memories are the unexpected.
#1 You believe that learning about other cultures and ways of life makes you a better person
And finally, our number one reason a Mystery Trip might be for you. Traveling changed the way I see the world, and how I see myself. It made me realize that I am so tiny in this enormous world we live in. That my way of doing things is not the only way, nor the right way. It’s so important to us that our trippers are open to other ways of living and are able to take home something with them. Our trippers believe that they can always grow as a person, and that learning other customs and traditions is the key to doing so. Open your mind and heart, and see all of the amazing things that can happen.
Everyone has something to offer
There you have it! 10 reasons why a Mystery Trip might be for you. We are not saying you must fit into every category. As I mentioned before, diversity and difference is what makes our trips so great. So maybe you prefer things to be planned, have a schedule, and know exactly what is coming next. We get it! That’s why we get to know you, and help you choose the right trip for you. We only ask for an open mind, trust, and acceptance of this experience, whatever it may be.
Ready to venture into the unknown and take your very first Mystery Trip? Fill out your questionnaire here!