Jetset Quiz: Which Is Your Coveted Travel Era?

Find the era in which you belong below!

While we can all agree that advancements in technology make traveling today easier than ever, do they necessarily make traveling better? There is something to be said for the nostalgic travelers of decades past: they emulate charisma and effortless style that is nearly impossible to replicate. To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Commercial Aviation, let’s take a moment to admire our shared travelogue: from the romanticism of the late nineteenth century, to the rebellious glamour of the twenties, and the folk-inspired spirit of the sixties and seventies, every era longed for something – and traveled in order to find it. Find the era in which you belong below!

1. Your dream date sounds a lot like…

A. Having drinks and enlightening conversation followed by a night of dancing.

B. A horse drawn carriage ride through a picturesque neighborhood at night.

C. Tickets to an outdoor music festival.

2. Your favorite city in Europe is…

A. Paris

B. Amsterdam

C. London

3. The movie that sparks wanderlust in you fit to start a fire:

A. Titanic

B. On The Road

C. Some Like It Hot

4. Your cocktail of choice is:

A. A cold beer.

B. A glass of champagne.

C. An old fashioned.

5. Which quote describes your travel philosophy best?

A. “I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.”

B. “Travel is rebellion in its purest form.”

C. “Bizarre travel plans are dancing lessons from God.”

6. When shopping for souvenirs, which are you typically most drawn to?

A. Postcards. You search in and out of shops for the perfect selection – coveting them because they’re simple, classic, and personal.

B. Nothing says more about a culture than the artwork of the people.

C. Artisan jewelry. You love shopping for unique gems, woven bracelets, and beads that emulate the places you’ve been.

7. There’s more than one way to Machu Picchu, the stunning ancient ruins in Peru. Which would you take?

A. Taking the bullet train. You love the opportunity to meet interesting people and take in the scenery.

B. Hiking the Inca Trail. There’s nothing like trekking through sacred ruins for four days to center you before seeing one of the great wonders of the world.

C. By minibus. Carpooling is environmentally friendly and an adventurous experience – why not meet the locals and get an inside perspective?

8. What are the first three things you always notice when you visit a new city?

NYC street art — Image by Aesthetic of Crisis on Flickr

A. The street art, the fashion, and the political climate.

B. The music, the nightlife, and the architecture.

C. The weather, the customs, and the food.

9. Which is your favorite iconic couple?

A. Spencer Tracy and Katherine Hepburn

B. June Carter and Johnny Cash

C. Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable

10. Your favorite novelist of all time is…

A. Charles Dickens

B. Ernest Hemingway

C. Jack Kerouac

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If you scored 10- 16 points:

You’re a nostalgic traveler of the early 1900’s. While others crave the efficiency of bullet trains and sleek jets, you prefer to take your time and enjoy every step of the journey. You have a romanticized vision of travel, a longing for remote civilizations and cities untainted by decades of heavy tourism. Traveling for you is about appreciating the simple things in life – food, wine, and company – and seeking to fill the void that modern technology sometimes causes you to feel.

If you scored 17 – 23 points:

You’re of the wander-lost generation of the 1920’s. You have a deep appreciation for art, culture, and distilled beverages. You live with a sense of disillusionment that drives you to live every moment like it’s your last, particularly while you’re traveling. You have a lust for life and inherent creativity that draws people to you everywhere you go. When the world gets depressing, you see no better time to set out on a new adventure and meet new cast of characters to inspire you again.

If you scored 24 – 30 points:

You’re a bohemian adventurer of the 60’s and 70’s. Always up for a challenge, your travel mantra in a time of crisis is “let it be.” You have faith in the idea that every travel experience, good or bad, is a lesson that you can take with you and learn from. Getting to know the cultures you visit is important to you, because it gives you insight into your own beliefs and values. You can never stay put for too long; there’s a whole lot of world out there for you to see.

Lena Kazer

Lena is a Chicago native, her travel style consists of red cowboy boots that make her feel like she can take over the world. She adores Peru and can't travel without her journal to draw or write in.