What Kind Of Traveler Are You?

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What Kind Of Traveler Are You?

You may travel a lot, but have you ever stopped to think about what your travel style is? Do your vacations look pretty much the same or do you go into them with different expectations? These are some of the different kinds of travelers.

Uncommon Destinations

Some travelers tend to stay away from the more touristy areas. They look for places that are off the beaten path. The find that these destinations offer a lot of cultural experiences without a huge crowd to follow. Experiences that they partake in tend to be different than those of other travelers. That doesn’t mean that they won’t travel to bigger cities, but that their overall trip experience tends to be to places that aren’t as popular as other destinations.

All About The Luxury

Not all of us live luxurious lifestyles, but we can while we’re traveling. For those that like to feel pampered while they travel, they will look for all the comforts that they can find. This can include first class airline tickets, five star hotels and eating at only the best restaurants. These types of travelers may like excursions like going to a spa or a thermal pool. While this type of travel isn’t cheap, it is very relaxing.

Having A Purpose

Traveling with a purpose is the only way to travel for some individuals. They don’t like to travel unless there’s a reason for them to go. This can be because they are going to a wedding or they have a business trip. In order to get the most out of this type of travel, it is important to plan some fun things while at the destination. Since these types of people don’t tend to travel that much, the may opt to spend quite a bit when they actually do travel somewhere.

Educational Pursuits

It’s not all about having fun while traveling, although a lot of that does happen with this type of travel. Some individuals like to go to different destinations in order to become fully immersed in a a culture. They want to learn about what it’s like to live there as well as the area’s history. They tend to love experiences where they can see historical sites and get to know the locals on an intimate basis. These types of travelers also like to help out the area in some way through things like volunteering their time while they are there or donating money when they get home.

 

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Sue Lobo
Sue Lobo is a four-time Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) and Senior Travel Advisor at Atlas Travel Center, one of the most decorated travel agencies in the United States. With more than 35 years of experience in the travel industry, Sue has planned, booked, and personally accompanied trips for thousands of clients — from first-time cruisers to seasoned luxury travelers who have circled the globe multiple times. Sue's areas of deep expertise include ocean and river cruising, European tours, group travel coordination, luxury travel, honeymoon planning, and family vacation design. She is a CLIA-certified cruise specialist and works within an agency that holds IATA and ARC accreditation and maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Over her career, Sue has been involved in more than 30,000 bookings and has personally coordinated over 200 travel groups — from faith-based group cruises and HBCU alumni trips to women's retreats, family reunions, and corporate incentive travel. What sets Sue apart is not just the credentials — it is the firsthand experience behind them. Sue has personally traveled to more than 20 countries across three continents, including Cuba, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and throughout Europe. She has sailed on dozens of cruise ships across nearly every major line, walked the river cruise routes she recommends, and eaten at the restaurants she suggests to clients. Her recommendations come from personal experience, not brochures. In addition to advising clients, Sue writes extensively about travel for The Traveler's Atlas blog — covering everything from cruise line comparisons and overtourism trends to destination guides and practical travel tips. Her writing is grounded in the same expertise she brings to every client conversation: honest, specific, and built on decades of real-world travel experience. Sue is based in the United States and available to help travelers plan cruises, European tours, group trips, river cruises, honeymoons, family vacations, and more. To work with Sue, contact Atlas Travel Center at atlastravelweb.com.