What Your Dreams About Travel Might Mean

Whether your next trip is right around the corner or you don't have any vacation days in sight, it's not uncommon to dream about travel.

These dreams can be anything from everyday and mundane to intense and exciting, and either way, the symbols within them might say a thing or two about the big ideas floating around in your subconscious. If you've recently had a travel dream and are hoping to learn more about it, keep scrolling to discover some of the themes and ideas that may have popped up in your dream, and what they mean.

The Beach

Dreams about the beach are often multifaceted. Taken as a whole, the beach can represent calmness and serenity, which you may be lacking in your life at the moment, or the line where the sea meets the sand can hint at some kind of duality you're balancing. Try to remember the state of the ocean, as quiet waves and clear waters symbolize peace, while a stormy, murky sea might suggest fear or turmoil.

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Travel by Boat

Likewise, dreams about boats also can mean different things depending on the conditions. Whether the boat faces smooth sailing or dangerous weather can might tell you how you're feeling about whatever journeys you have ahead of you in life. It may also suggest how you feel about how much influence you have in the direction you're taking. Is the boat tiny, and are you the one in control, or is it a massive cruise ship, and you're simply along for the ride?

 

Travel by Bus

Traveling by bus in a dream usually suggests a feeling of community. You're moving together with others, with one common goal or destination in mind. Your journey is already set, and how you feel about heading in that direction might help you sort out how you feel about certain set events in your waking life.

 

Travel by Car

When you're taking a road trip in a dream, first note your position in that car. If you're in the driver's seat, you may feel like you're in control of things and paving your own destiny. On the other hand, if you're the passenger, you might feel like you have a less active role to play in deciding where you're headed. Is the road ahead of you smooth or bumpy? This might reflect your feelings on the future ahead of you. A car accident in your dream may also suggest that you feel there are obstacles in the way of achieving your goals—or simply that you're anxious about car wrecks and often imagine worst-case scenarios.

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Your Dream Vacation

Imagining your (literal) dream vacation typically reflects a feeling of progress and movement toward your biggest goals. Even if you haven't yet made those ambitions a reality, you're manifesting them in your sleep. There's something you really want in life, and slowly but surely, you're getting there.

 

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Getting Lost

Getting lost while traveling in a dream might suggest that you're unsure of your current direction in your waking life. You've questioned whether the path you're on is the right one for you, and possibly struggling to get where you want to. Consider how you handle it in your dream. Do you insist on finding the way yourself, or are you willing to ask others to lead you in the right direction? This might tell you about yourself, and serve as an important reminder that it's okay to rely on people, especially when you're not feeling confident in yourself. On the other hand, it may also reflect a recent shift or role change in your waking life. You might still be finding your way, but doing your best to navigate this new situation.

 

Travel by Plane

Planes are another complex symbol in dreams. The airport itself might signify arrivals and departures in life—i.e. births and deaths. Showing up to the airport late and rushing to your flight might represent feeling left behind or struggling to catch up, or it might be a simple stress dream. Dreaming about flying itself may help you see things from a new perspective, seeing everything below you from a big-picture point of view, without nitpicking the details, as well as taking concrete action towards your goals. It's also important not to see dreams about plane crashes as bad omens. Instead, they usually suggest that you're putting too much pressure on yourself. You might feel one step away from crashing out.

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Staying at a Resort

If you're dreaming about kicking back at a resort, chances are that you're in major need of a break. You want nothing more than to spend some time with zero responsibilities in a place where all of your wants and needs are taken care of. If it's not feasible to take a couple of weeks off to spend in paradise, maybe a single staycation day will help to soothe your soul.

 

A Strange Place

A dream about a strange or even possibly fully made-up place might coincide with a recent and drastic change in your life. How you adapt to the unfamiliar setting can reveal a lot about your current state of mind. Is it frightening, stressful or exhilarating? This might tell you how you're feeling about your new situation, and whether you should take more care to work through these emotions.

 

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Being a Tourist

Dreaming about being a tourist suggests that lately, you've been feeling a little bit out of your element, but that you're open to learning and discovery. After all, your dream self could be chilling out in the hotel room. This might mean you're eager and willing to try new things and get out into the world, and that even if you get a little lost along the way, that you're open to the journey that lies ahead.

 

Travel by Train

A dream about traveling by train suggests feeling coordinated and on top of things. Trains have a connotation of running on time and going in an orderly fashion. You may be doing along for the ride with the others, but you know you're headed in the right direction and that you're bound to get where you want to go.

 

A Tropical Location

Dreams of the tropics are typically associated with good, sunshiney vibes. Tropical destinations are known for their warmth and positivity, suggesting feelings of optimism and growth. At the same time, they might represent a simple desire to escape from the daily grind and enjoy doing nothing.

 

Going on Vacation

Desperately dreaming about finally going on vacation? The sweet and simple explanation is that you need a break. You might be feeling overworked or simply bored, and you're seeking a fun and relaxing respite from the real world. The location of your vacation may tell you something about your wants and needs that you're not aware of just yet. Maybe you can even let it inspire your next IRL trip?

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