This is a question and thread I saw on Reddit. And my answer is:
Yes. I got to travel a lot when I was younger. Growing up in a military family and so on. We drove cross country multiple times and camped out in the national parks etc.
And I got to live in Japan for five years while in my 20s-early 30s.
I haven’t been to that many countries, but I’ve had many many rich experiences and a little goes a long way. I just don’t have the big travel urges like I used to.
Also I have read about in-depth, and observed firsthand, the devastating effect of tourism on cultures, ecosystems, and economies. It seems good for economies but all too often hollows them out.
If I did travel again (other than my annual train or bus trip to see family), it would have to be by train or bus, foot or bicycle etc.
I love the comment in the second screenshot, I do this kind of thing also. Armchair tourism with technology enhancements! I actually really have a blast just looking at maps. Either on paper or online. Also thoroughly enjoy googling the name of a town or city or region, and clicking on the “images” tab.
And, I really just love being in my home and my neighborhood and my city. Loving those places and working to help make them the best they can be. Can feel like every bit as much of a drama and adventure as navigating the high seas.