What is the best answer to why long-distance sea voyages were undertaken from 1400 to 1550? Is it "for God, gold, and glory,"

"Gold, God, and Glory" is a great way to summarize why there were so many voyages to the "New World" during the 15th and 16th century. This was especially true of Spain. They wanted to obtain gold, spread the word of god, and become famous for their overseas endeavors. Other European countries, like Great Britain, had similar reasons for voyaging as well.