Sandra, in her mid-thirties, works as a manager at a game reserve in Kenya. Tourists come here from all over the world to go on safaris to see the many African animals that live in the area. As a Kenyan with German roots, Sandra is able to respond ideally to the different guests with German,…
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Pro-Con: Is flying Slow Travel?
Flying to reach a holiday destination feels like a no-brainer for many Germans. Our passport gives us the greatest freedom to travel: much like the South Koreans, us Germans can enter 189 countries without a visa.[1] But are flights as a means of travel an option for much longer? While facing climate change and destruction…
Change the inner alignment
Slow Travel is about changing the routine of travel behavior. This starts with the inner alignment and can already be developed at home. The own wishes and goals are perceived consciously and implemented in the next short or long-term travel. It is helpful to reflect on past holidays to find out what needs to be…
Pro-Con: Is Van Life Slow Travel?
In recent years, the campervan of the 1970’s had a revival. Traveling with ones own mini RV is popular and, with the term Van Life, has also received a hip image. It’s both a lifestyle and way of travel at once. The campers live in their van and work from the road. The borders between…
10 Basic Principles of Slow Travel
With Slow Travel the travel becomes a time of relaxation. Transport is not supposed to be a stressful interlude between home and holiday destination, but the travel itself. Slow Travel is a new and at the same time original way of facing the world. It is all about engaging with the surroundings. Slow Travel is…
How to enjoy meals. Slow Travel dining
Slow Travel has to be learnt. Each action or activity should unfold itself to its fullest during traveling. The Slow Traveler is directing his senses consciously – also to activities, which happen casually in daily life, like meals. These do not only get richer, but are more memorable. Sara Clemence, author of the book “Away…