Sometimes, for me, it's as simple as the map designs. Occasionally i'll just stop for a bit and admire the scenery (I know, easily amused, lol) And the little things. Like being able to use certain gathering skills to take shortcuts. Slicing an elevator to save you a few minutes on Mando Raiders, for example. Sometimes, i'll run flashpoints a few below my level so I can solo em. Kinda gives a "me against the galaxy" feel.
And, because dirty kick works on 30 foot tall droids, it's very satisfying