The traveler, however virginal and enthusiastic, does not enjoy an unbroken ecstasy. He has periods of gloom, periods when he asks himself the object of all these exertions, and puts the question whether or not he is really experiencing pleasure. At such times he suspects that he is not seeing the right things, that the characteristic, the right aspects of these strange scenes are escaping him. He looks forward dully to the days of his holiday yet to pass, and wonders how he will dispose of them. He is disgusted because his money is not more, his command of the language so slight, and his capacity for enjoyment so limited.

Summary

This quote reflects the reality of traveling, acknowledging that even the most eager and inexperienced traveler does not always experience constant bliss. It highlights that there are moments of doubt, where the traveler questions the purpose of their efforts and wonders if they are truly enjoying themselves. The quote suggests that in these moments, the traveler feels like they are not fully appreciating and understanding the essence and beauty of the places they visit. Furthermore, the traveler can feel disheartened by practical limitations such as limited finances, language barriers, and a perceived inability to fully embrace and enjoy the experience of traveling.

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