From Lawrence of Arabia to Lord of the Rings, movies have been inspiring us to travel smart for decades. Between exhilarating stories of adventure and stunning cinematography of faraway lands, movies have the power to ignite our wanderlust and broaden our bucket lists. Not only can films inspire us to travel, they can also teach us valuable lessons we can apply to our own adventures. Here our some of our favorite travel tips we've learned from movies.
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'Lord of The Rings': To find true adventure, you must abandon comforts of home
'Before Sunrise': Take chances, talk to strangers
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'Eat, Pray, Love': Travel is a form of healing
'Raiders of the Lost Ark': Anything that can go wrong, will. Learn to improvise
'Titanic': Invest in travel insurance
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'Wild': Traveling alone can be dangerous, but it can also lead to worthwhile self-discovery
'The Wizard of Oz': When you're lost, kindness towards others will go a long way
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