One travels to run away from routine, that dreadful routine that kills all imagination and all our capacity for enthusiasm. – Ella Maillart
Travel can also be the spirit of adventure somewhat tamed, for those who desire to do something they are a bit afraid of. – Ella Maillart
Shall we ever see the 10 million things of the universe simultaneously in order to be the all? I am convinced that to live is to travel towards the worlds end. – Ella Maillart
Every time I took a long leave from home, I felt as if I were going to conquer the world. Or rather, take possession of what is my birthright, my inheritance. – Ella Maillart