In the past years, we can talk about a widespread shift in the tourism industry towards more conscious choices. Be it ecovillages, yoga retreats, or voluntourism, the trend seems to be steadily shifting away from “Sun, Sand and Sex” to “Serenity, Sustainability and Spirituality.” (as journalist Imtiaz Muqbil states during…
Embracing slow travel is as effortless as noticing your breath. In New Zealand, slowing down the pace seems like a natural thing to do. In this post, we gathered up 9 locations that are an open invite to contemplation. At the same time, they are meant to heighten the senses…
Fancy the idea of slow travelling to a peaceful and charming European destination, away from the crowds? Somewhere to really dive into the local culture and explore nature in its most beautiful and varied forms? Just look east. From historic places and breathtaking landscapes to welcoming people and hearty food,…
Croatia is definitely a great summer destination, with its countless beaches, sunny islands and rich culture. In fact, the Mediterranean country boasts with over 19 million visitors annually. Yet, you can still find plenty of quiet locations in Croatia – villages and small medieval towns where you can press the…
Laos is an enchanting place to be. Even though it’s a small country stuck in-between five countries in the centre of South-East Asia, it never fails to create a beautiful impression. Inside its landlocked borders, you’ll find an amazing natural scenery that will fascinate you. So if you intend to…
These quaint small towns and villages will offer you a different experience of Spain, with each stop featuring its own unique culture, history, and architecture. #Besalu The best way to explore Besalu is on foot. Take along your camera because you will want to capture the incredible architecture and views…
Ever thought about what Turkey has to offer aside from its famous seaside resorts and the colorful Istanbul? With the country slowly regenerating its tourism after a few turbulent political years, it is now considered ‘generally safe’ to visit these culturally rich lands. However, be sure to read the news…
Dear independent traveler, since you decided to hit the road this year, we would like to contribute with some suggestions. Here are 14 special small European towns and villages to visit this year! Some of these travel destinations were part of our experiences on the road, other are taken from our…
Today we want to share with our fellow travelers six charming villages in the Netherlands which you can explore by boat. Built centuries ago around small harbors, these villages unveil a rich history and Dutch traditional architecture. Discovering their narrow streets or cycling along the banks of the small canals make for…
[adsenseyu2] Cinque Terre (free translation: Five Lands) is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List and stands for five amazing villages which offer breathtaking views. Some of the things we like about it: it is is quite tourist-free, comparing to other similar looking places (Santorini in Greece, for example); there…
