Let's reconstruct the author's argument: it is true that an excessive focus on local events can divert attention from logistical constraints inherent in any trip, with transport strikes as a compelling example of an external factor that can nullify the interest of an event. A crucial point to consider, which adds a layer of complexity, is visa regulations: some countries, like China for citizens of several European nations, require visa applications months in advance, making spontaneous travel decisions for last-minute events impossible, regardless of their splendor.