4 Great Ways to Explore the World Virtually in 2021
While in some parts of the world, life is regaining some semblance of normalcy as COVID vaccines roll out, the pandemic is still raging and lockdowns are dragging on in others. Whether you’re fully vaccinated and looking forward to venturing out mask-free someday, it will still be some time before life – and particularly travel – as we know it returns.
If you’re still following the basic rules of social distancing and self-quarantining, longing for road trips and flights across the world to satiate your appetite for adventure and exploration, we’ve got some solutions to help you pass the time. Here are four great ways to explore the world virtually in 2021.
Shows and Vlogs
YouTube is chock full of awesome travel shows and vloggers that you can binge on anytime you need a travel fix this year. Check out this list of the 12 best YouTube travel channels that you can tune into any time for free.
Virtual Tours
From some of the world’s most famous art and history museums to the seven wonders of the world and just about everything in-between, you can take a virtual tour of pretty much any place your heart desires in 2021. Just hop on Google and let your imagination guide you to your next destination.
A Dose of Adrenaline
Adrenaline junkies will be thrilled to know that even though their favorite theme parks probably aren’t back to regular operation, there are plenty of virtual roller coaster rides and other thrilling adventures to experience online. To get the full effect, invest in a VR headset and feel the excitement of riding your favorite rides.
Above and Beyond
If you’re looking for an out-of-this-world experience, technology has even made it possible to explore Mars through the eyes of NASA’s Curiosity and Perseverance rovers. The NASA Science Mars Exploration Program offers everything from 3-D helicopter flights to high-definition photos and views of the landscape.
While you’re skipping around cyberspace, remember to keep your devices protected by downloading a VPN. When you travel in “real life,” you wouldn’t just leave your valuables out in plain sight for anyone to take. On a similar note, you shouldn’t leave the data on your devices out in the open for anyone in the cyber-world to take. A VPN(Virtual Private Network) encrypts all your data and masks your IP address, helping to ensure that your system is safe as you enjoy your virtual excursions.
Try some of the activities above to keep your feelings of wanderlust at bay in 2021.
My family and I have been enjoying virtual tours, especially of museums. Thanks for sharing this
These are great ideas. They sound like fun!
This was a really cool post.