Mr.GoldGames wrote:
I want to do the second option, but it's all about convincing my parents that I want to stay and hope they don't get disappointed with me.
Don't let your parents control you. My parents told me never to travel alone and that travelling is a waste of money that could be spent on a house. Sure don't regret the experiences now, and I sure won't think when I'm older "glad I didn't go to those amazing places and that I saved a bit more money for a house".
Maybe my situation isn't applicable and is a generalisation but it sure applies the principle that you should make your own choices because they make you happier.