Wanderlust

What is it?

Daydreaming about amusement parks

Merriam-Webster defines wanderlust as a strong longing for or impulse toward wandering.

History

Girl staring at a skyline

The first documented use of the term in English occurred in 1902 and can be traced back to German Romanticism and the German system of apprenticeship. For more information, please visit the Wikipedia page.

Present-day Use

Walking in a field

Nowadays, wanderlust, is often associated with one's desire to travel, as well as experiencing the unknown, confronting unforseen challenges, and exploring different cultural experiences.