Sami Al-Mughamsi

Is It Necessary to Travel?

July 22, 2026 - 00:06 | Last updated July 22, 2026 - 00:06

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- Certainly, travel has many benefits; it renews energy, improves mood, and you return to work and daily life more active and cheerful, provided the trip is enjoyable.

- During these days of vacation, many citizens have traveled outside the Kingdom, and the questions that always arise are: Why do we travel? Where to? What is the budget allocated for the trip? Who will I take with me? Do I have enough money for this trip? And the most important question: Is it necessary to travel at all? Should my family accompany me or my friends?

- Large numbers of citizens are heading for tourism, whether domestic or foreign. Foreign travel may be the dominant choice for many out of curiosity and a desire to see new countries and destinations. Although our country possesses all the complete tourism components, some prefer abroad just for a change, or in search of countries with lower costs and prices.

- The travel culture of Saudi tourists has become very high; this is evident in their respect for laws and regulations. Most tourist destinations currently witness a noticeable presence of Saudis, where they leave positive impressions and refined imprints, and their identity and culture are clearly seen in a beautiful and honorable manner wherever they go.

- There are tips and guidelines worth considering when making a travel decision:

- It is very important that your budget is appropriate for the country you decided to visit, and that the amounts come from your personal savings during the year, and beware of borrowing for travel.

- Every country has a positive and a negative side; stay completely away from suspicious places and activities, so as not to put yourself in problems you can do without.

- Look for safety in the country you are visiting by staying in safe hotels and in areas with a high security rating, and make sure to start your day early in the morning, while reducing late nights.

- Avoid forming casual relationships or befriending strangers while traveling, as you have no information about them and that could land you in trouble in a foreign country. And ensure good company from your close friends, and avoid traveling alone.

- Finally, I wish everyone happy travels, enjoy their vacation, and spend the best times.