SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Ethics in Travel: 8 Ethical Dilemmas in Travel and How to Navigate Them Posted on October 9, 2024November 17, 2024 The tourist takes but can also give and, awareness is definitely a step forward. Knowledge helps us as travel consumers help us decide where, how and even whether to travel. We, collectively, need to take better care of the planet. Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Slow Travel Retirement: Exploring the World Without Breaking the Bank Posted on June 20, 2024October 13, 2024 Embrace the Art of Slow Travel Retirement Planning Slow Travel Retirement Planning I’m in my 50s, married, and a military spouse. We’re about to retire and look forward to a new chapter. For the past 30 years, we’ve embraced slow travel, truly taking our time to experience each destination. Initially,… Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Van Life: Why People Are Leaving Traditional Housing Behind Posted on June 8, 2024November 9, 2024 Embracing the road: 51% of van/ RVs choose freedom over traditional. Discover the allure of the slow travel van life and other alternative living at its best and worst! Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Embracing Culture Shock in South Korea: How Travel Transforms Us Posted on May 23, 2024June 26, 2024 Forget the usual tourist spots—travel is about those jaw-dropping moments of pure culture shock! Dive into my wild, hilarious adventures in South Korea, where nothing made sense and everything changed me. Ready for a ride? Discover how these unforgettable shocks shaped my journey and made me more resilient. You won’t believe these stories! Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS WITS Utah Travel Creator Summit April 11-14, 2024 Posted on January 13, 2024May 21, 2024 You will learn something important if you are a content creator or think of becoming one. But for me, the WITS Utah Travel Creator Summit (or Women in Travel Summit) is more than the foremost event for the travel industry’s top marketing professionals, creative entrepreneurs, and influencers. It’s a gathering where travel lovers converge to explore future innovations, foster dynamic collaborations, and impact global travel. We begin as colleagues and potential collaborators and leave as friends. Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Public Service Announcement: Shipping Your Car to and from South Korea Posted on November 21, 2023June 28, 2024 Our one-day pit stop from South Korea turned into an 8-day extended layover in St. Louis. Follow us on our first road trip back in the US. Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Shinhan Debit Card: The Best Solution for Foreigners Posted on August 3, 2023May 19, 2024 Living in South Korea as a foreigner without a local debit card is possible, but it can be a challenging experience, especially if you prefer immersing yourself in the local culture. Without a Korean debit card, accessing basic necessities like shopping, transportation, cafe hopping, and other essential services can become a bit time consuming. While many businesses in South Korea accept cash and American credit cards, some may not. Read more
SLOW TRAVEL TIPS Mapping a Great Personalized Itinerary: 6 Step-by-Step Tips to Trip Planning Posted on June 25, 2020November 21, 2024 Ever notice how some people seem to make traveling look easy? It’s usually because they created a great itinerary. However, creating the perfect plan starts way before you start packing your duffel bag. Phone apps and easy access to travel information make trip-planning more user-friendly. However, creating a well-planned itinerary requires more than a desire to travel. It takes a strategy that funnels all that raw data into an actionable plan. Read more