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Besides being ‘slower’, the slow-traveling approach also involves prioritizing meaningful travel experiences and learning how to connect with locals, their culture, food, and music, while practicing sustainability and seeking positive impacts for the local communities and their environment. Check out our top recommendations for slow travel experiences around the world!
For many, part of the reason to go on vacation is to destress and relax, so how come so many people end up coming back more tired than ever? Traveling to all the main tourist locations may be part of the experience when visiting a new location, however, have you ever wondered what is really the best way to truly enjoy a country’s culture? Well, the answer is: slow travel!
Known for its cultural diversity, music, food, and arts scene, Auckland is a beautiful coastal city located over volcanic lands in the country of New Zealand. The Hauraki Gulf is filled with activities for everyone, from the amazing vineyards and olive groves in Waiheke Island to kayaking, sailing, surfing, or fishing in the sparkly-blue waters. Learn more about one of the most popular activities in the Auckland area: Whale watching.
With so many options these days on how to travel, the planning can be daunting. Where do I want to go and in what season? When do I have enough time off from work? Do I go alone or with a travel buddy? Do we do a packaged tour or make our own plans? Here are all the details on guided small group tours, self-guided and self-drive tours and custom trips.
Did you know Costa Rica is one of only 5 Blue Zones in the world, and consistently #1 for happiest countries? From abolishing its military to its strong environmental policies and unofficial motto, there’s something special going on in this tropical paradise. Read on to find out the most interesting Costa Rica facts that set this unique country apart!
You can’t travel to Morocco without experiencing once of its most essential experiences, a visit to the souk, or the traditional Moroccan market. As a tourist, you likely won’t have the chance for repeat visits like a local. However, it’s a great way to observe the culture in play while also learning to navigate the souks for yourself. Here are our top tips for a successful Moroccan souk experience.
As one of the world’s top tourist destinations, Cusco holds a vast amount of history, culture and archeological wonders due to its centrality of South America’s ancient Incan empire. It is the main hub to explore the Sacred Valley and was put on the tourism map in the 1900s after the re-discovery of the iconic Machu Picchu and other ancient Incan sites.
Being a socially responsible traveler used to be difficult. When I changed the way I traveled about five years ago, I felt like a fish swimming upstream. I’m thankful that every year it gets easier to be a responsible traveler as more destinations support this type of travel and ethical tour operators realize the benefit in preserving their environment.
Did you know that tourism accounts for an estimated 9% of global GDP? That is a huge impact! The UN has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. Here are their goals (and be sure to check out their video!) and a bit of how Traverse has integrated them into our trips this year.
