[:en]Flying around the world, defying the pull of jet lag, sometimes a traveler may feel like the mortal version of Superman. It is true both superman and the traveler have come from far away: both must adjust to new situations, meeting new people, and learning new things. Despite the similarities, however, there are actually many differences between the world’s hero and the world’s adventurer. Here, we put superman and the avid traveler against each other to find out their differences and similarities.
Alter egos
Perhaps the biggest similarity between superman and the traveler is the ability to switch to an alter ego. Like Clark Kent becoming Superman, the traveler changes from mild-mannered office worker to global adventurer — swapping the office cubicle for the plains of the Serengeti or the ruins of Machu Picchu.
Flight
Both superman and global adventurer have the power of flight. Of course, superman depends on the superhuman ability to alter his gravity field, whereas the global nomad relies on a plane. While superman can hurtle through the air unaided, travelers must wrap themselves up into the economy section of an aircraft. While it may not be as glamorous, at least there is some in-flight entertainment! Like superman, the traveler can quickly move from place to place, just not quite as quickly.
Superhuman endurance
Another of superman’s abilities is that of superhuman endurance. Superman’s stamina is relentless, able to do far more than the average human without getting tired. This is also true of the global traveler: s/he can stay up all night drinking and chat in a downtown bar, only to wake up at the crack of dawn to tour the city. When it comes to endurance, Superman and the global traveler are evenly matched.
Superhuman speed
Superman and the traveler are evenly matched when it comes to superhuman speed. This ability allows superman to race from place to place; all good travelers can do this too. Whether it is rushing through an airport to make the flight in the nick of time, or gulping down a free hostel breakfast, travelers also have superhuman speed, when needed.
Superhuman strength
Both superman and the traveler have been known to show superhuman strength. While Superman can lift cars without breaking a sweat, the traveler can carry heavy bags up endless flights of stairs without complaining.
Superhuman intelligence
Superman is known to be a genius: he has a near-perfect memory and can speak many languages. While most travelers do learn a few words of the local language, they might need a bit of help in remembering every detail. Luckily, tools like Facebook, travel blogs or even the humble travel journal can help the traveler remember all their experiences and new friends!
Solar invulnerability
One big difference between superman and the traveler is that superman can stay in the sun for hours without getting burnt. Unfortunately, most global nomads do not have this power. A few hours relaxing on the beaches in Thailand, and all of a sudden, travelers are burnt to a crisp, starting to looking more like lobsters.
Healing powers
Unfortunately, superman also outranks the traveler when it comes to healing. Superman can recover quickly from any injury or illness, which would be a great talent for any traveler! Unfortunately, when a traveler gets sick — perhaps food poisoning or a stomach bug — they must wait for it to pass.
Kryptonite
Everyone knows, of course, that superman’s biggest weakness is kryptonite. The traveler, on the other hand, has no such weakness. Whatever the situation, the global traveler can think of a solution or way out.
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