Field Notes This issue has been one of the most enjoyable that we have produced. After all, we live it; we all love to talk about traveling, the tips and rewards that we have gained along the way, and how it can positively alter your life. Here are five reasons we love traveling. 1. To escape. Travel delivers a temporary break from the routine of our daily lives. It offers us new adventures and excitement. Venturing off to a new location, we become intrigued by all the new things that surround us. We overlook our jobs, our responsibilities, and all our other obligations. Moving to a different beat allows us to escape. 2. To learn. Whether learning a destination’s history or learning a new language, traveling allows us to discover many unique things. We become educated in the ways of life in various cultures. We learn how our lives intertwine and how we influence one another. We travel to absorb new learnings. 3. To make new friends. Traveling in groups can be the best way to go! When traveling, we meet people of different backgrounds and experiences, and every one of these encounters can play an important role in your life, whether a new friend or even more.