Sounds like a dream, right?

You win two free plane tickets — anywhere in the world! Most people would scream in excitement, post it on their Instagram story, and start packing even before checking the expiry date.

But hold on.
Before jumping on a plane, I’d have a few questions.

First Things First: What’s the Catch?

Let’s be real — “free” doesn’t always mean totally free.

• Can I go anywhere in the world? Or just two cities selected by some airline in tiny font size?
• Is it economy or business? (Aisle seat, please.)
• Can I go next year or do I have to drop everything and leave next Tuesday?

And most importantly…
Do I even feel like going anywhere right now?

Because while the world is full of places I haven’t seen, sometimes, my mind is too full to enjoy even the prettiest view.

The Real Question: Who’s Coming With Me?

There are two tickets. One’s obviously mine. But who gets the second?

This question is a whole emotional quiz in itself.

Do I call my best friend, who’s always up for an adventure?
Do I take someone I want to reconnect with — a sibling, a parent, an almost-forgotten friend?
Or do I secretly wish I could give the second ticket to someone who’s no longer here?

Sometimes, we want someone who doesn’t just enjoy the destination — but feels like home while getting there.

Where Would I Go?

Okay, let’s say all the conditions are perfect.

I can go anywhere. With anyone. At any time.
No strings attached. No blackout dates. Just pure freedom.

Where would I go?

• Greece — white rooftops, blue seas, and sunsets that make you forget you ever owned a phone.
• Japan — a peaceful blend of ancient temples and futuristic cities.
• Scotland — where I could wear a cozy sweater and pretend I’m in a Netflix drama.
• Iceland — a remote cabin, the sound of snow, and my thoughts softening by the minute.

Wherever it is, I wouldn’t go just for the beauty. I’d go for the feeling — of being alive, far away from routines, and close to my own heart again.

But… What If I Don’t Go?

Here’s a twist:
What if I win the tickets and still don’t go?

Not because I’m lazy. Not because I’m scared.
But because right now, home feels like the place I need most.

Maybe I’m healing. Maybe I’m working on myself. Maybe I’ve learned that adventure isn’t always found in new places — sometimes, it’s in the stillness of staying where you are and growing from it.

And that’s okay.

Not wanting to go anywhere doesn’t make you boring. It makes you self-aware.

The Escape We All Crave

Let’s face it — most of us don’t want a trip. We want a break.

From our overthinking. From the noise. From the way life gets too heavy sometimes.

That’s why we dream of tropical islands and snow-covered peaks — not just for the photos, but for the pause. For the space to breathe, laugh, rest.

But here’s something no plane ticket includes: inner peace.

That’s something you have to pack for yourself.

The Funny Side of Travel

Let’s not get too serious — winning two plane tickets could also mean hilarious possibilities.

• Going with someone who snores the entire flight.
• Getting lost in a city where you don’t speak the language.
• Arguing over where to eat while both of you are hangry.

Travel is unpredictable — and maybe that’s the fun of it.

So, Where Would You Go?

Would you pack your bags and run toward adventure?
Would you gift the tickets to someone else?
Would you stay home and plan your next journey — the one within?

Whatever you choose, let it make you feel alive.
Let it bring you joy. Let it remind you that sometimes, the best places we go… are the ones that bring us back to ourselves.