Wanderlust-ridden junior here! Seriously considering joining the military after high school, mostly because I'd love the opportunity to travel. Has anyone got any advice on which branch offers the widest travel opportunities?
If you're seeking extensive travel, the Navy or the Air Force might be your best bets. Although every branch of the military offers some travel opportunities, there are a few specific reasons why these two branches tend to provide the most extensive options.
The Navy has a large presence across the globe with bases in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This could mean frequent ship deployments to various international waters and new experiences in different countries in the course of those deployments.
Now, the Air Force also has a significant presence worldwide, so Airmen often get stationed overseas. Moreover, their mission involves a lot of logistics work and frequent flights, including international ones. So, travel can be a large part of the job, depending on your role within the Air Force.
But remember, while travel can be a benefit of military service, your primary role is serving and protecting the country. Therefore, it's important to consider along with potential travel opportunities, factors like your interests, skills, and long-term career goals while choosing a branch. And don't forget to consider the size of the branch, commitment period, lifestyle, job opportunities among others.
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