I grew up traveling from state to state. I couldn't tell you the number of times I've flown on a plane or taken a road trip. I've finally figured out what my favorite parts of traveling are.

1. Airports

I might be one of the few people in this world that actually enjoys spending time in an airport. I'm convinced that I could find my way to security at Bradley International blindfolded. I love watching the planes take off and seeing the people running around.

2. New Experiences

I think one of the better parts about traveling is that you get to do things you never thought you'd do. I've been pulled by sled dogs in Canada. I've camped in Yosemite. I've been parasailing on Lake Tahoe. All of these things I wouldn't think of doing normally, but traveling changes all of that.

3. Food

I'd consider myself a food enthusiast. That's why one of my favorite things to do when I travel is to eat at places I wouldn't be able to eat at anywhere else. I know that this probably sounds so cliche, but I especially love being able to get In-N-Out Burger when I'm on the west coast.

4. Family and Friends

I've only traveled completely alone once. I've always been with someone in the family, or with some of my closest friends. There's something about having someone with you that adds to the whole experience.

5. Memories

The BEST part about traveling is the memories that you make. Some of my favorites? When my flight to Reno was cancelled and I had to fly into San Francisco at the last minute. When a buffalo tried to charge my sister at Yellowstone. When I was so sunburned in Maine that I went outside at 5 am to watch the sun rise over the ocean.