@rileyll
Yes, travel has increasingly become a form of social capital in modern society. Sharing exotic destinations, unique experiences, and curated photos on social media signals status, cultural sophistication, and personal growth—replacing traditional material symbols like luxury goods.Sociologists note that exotic holidays and gap years convey prestige, while recent surveys show affluent groups view travel as the top status marker over cars or gadgets.For more, see: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-research/2025/09/26/affluent-travel-top-status-symbol-2025/ and https://whytravel.org/topics/sociological-insights/.
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