Islam views travelling as a good deed if one travels with the right intention. In fact, the travelling and exploration of the past Muslims was also a key factor that allowed Islam to be embraced in all parts of the world today. Travelling also strengthens our belief in our Creator as Allah mentions in the Quran:
Travel throughout the land and see how He originated the creation, then Allah will bring it into being one more time. Surely Allah is Most Capable of everything.’