Originally Posted by
Cheetah_SA
Although I suppose I have had some travel experiences that have been very mildly life changing - in small ways like challenging my values, preconceptions and prejudices or providing moments of sublime beauty, for example - I can't think of one where it was the hotel itself that was the catalyst. And the more luxurious the hotel the less I expect it to be possible.
Completely agree with this statement. The one trip to Tokyo that I had which changed my life forever also involved a crappy Sheraton in Yokohama. It most certainly wasn't the hotel that played a role directly, but I'll never forget that trip for so very many reasons. Challenging values and preconceptions of your live and others is what it's all about. I find though that there are often more opportunities for this if one puts themselves in places where these situations are more likely to occur. That doesn't necessarily mean a luxury property, but travel to exotic destinations seems to trigger more opportunities for life changing events, even if they are only in your mind.. and soul.