Travelling is such a special thing for so many of us that it’s no wonder travel quotations are so popular. Some incredibly skilled wordsmiths, storytellers and other talented people throughout the years have put great effort into describing the amazing effects that embarking on an unforgettable holiday can have on us, putting into words just why we love to travel and maybe giving us something to consider about what kind of holiday we might want to take next and how it might change our lives for the better. Here are what we think are some of the best travel quotations from famous people.
Famous quotes"NOT ALL WHO WANDER ARE LOST." - JRR TOLKIEN

Though this famous quotation from fantasy author JRR Tolkien is part of a longer poem, it suggests that sometimes the most important discoveries are made from those who don't seem to be actively seeking them out.

How does it relate to travelling? It might make you think about how much can be missed in rushing from place to place rather than enjoying the journey and everything it has to offer.
Perhaps you might also keep it in mind as a reminder to slow down next time you travel, rather than follow too strict an itinerary. Make some space to wander and you might find the things you discover to be the most memorable part of your holiday. 


"TAKE ONLY MEMORIES, LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS." - CHIEF SEATTLE

This famous travel quotation from 19th-century Native American leader Chief Seattle is less of an inspirational notion and more real, practical advice on ensuring that, whatever beautiful locations we visit, they will still be just as beautiful for future generations to see and enjoy. There's no need to take any souvenirs home with you that can't be bought in a gift shop or similar - natural resources, even a pebble from a beach or a flower from a forest, aren't easily replaced, especially if everyone decides to take just one or two. And it should go without saying that you should also clear up after yourself and take any rubbish with you to be properly disposed of. 

Quotations by famous people"WHY DO YOU GO AWAY? SO THAT YOU CAN COME BACK. SO THAT YOU CAN SEE THE PLACE YOU CAME FROM WITH NEW EYES AND EXTRA COLOURS. AND THE PEOPLE THERE SEE YOU DIFFERENTLY, TOO. COMING BACK TO WHERE YOU STARTED IS NOT THE SAME AS NEVER LEAVING." - TERRY PRATCHETT

This quotation from famous comic fantasy author Terry Pratchett touches on that part of travelling that's often not discussed - coming home again. Often people look at their return from a holiday as being the end of an adventure, an inevitable descent back into normality, but as this quote shows, that's not really all there is to it. Travel changes you if you let it, and can allow you to look at even your routine everyday life with a fresh approach.


"YOU MUST GO ON ADVENTURES TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU BELONG." - SUE FITZMAURICE

This famous travel quotation from author and life coach Sue Fitzmaurice takes a similar tack, expressing that travelling off on holiday is not merely about the moment, but about the impact that it has on your entire life. If you never set out to explore and see new things, it's hard to find where you really belong in life - that departure from the mundane is what gives you the perspective to pursue your dreams and find out where you really belong.

We think these favourite travel quotations from famous people really put a new spin on the benefits of going away on holiday. Hopefully you'll find them inspiring too and they'll make your next journey away from home even more memorable.