In a world where fast-paced travel and short vacations dominate, there’s a growing movement towards a different approach: slow travel. Military families have made this type of travel mainstream. This method isn’t just about ticking off tourist spots or snapping the perfect Instagram shot. It’s about immersing oneself in a culture, living like a local, and truly understanding the nuances of a new place. Here’s a comprehensive look at the benefits of slow travel and why it might be the best way to explore the world.
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Military families are nomads at heart, moving every two to three years. DuffelBagSpouse Travel embraces the slow travel lifestyle, encouraging you to dive into a world of intentional exploration, cultural immersion, and the unique experiences that come with a constantly shifting home base. Discover how to savor each destination, build connections, and make the most of every assignment through the lens of nomadic, slow travel.
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Inexpensive Travel After 60: Why Slower Is Better (and Cheaper)
I’m getting older, and I see the value in staying 2–3 months in one place instead of living out of a suitcase like I once dreamed. Now, I want comfort, routine, and deeper experiences—not constant motion. A space that supports slow, inexpensive travel and lets me come and go with…
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Ethics in Travel: 8 Ethical Dilemmas in Travel and How to Navigate Them
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.
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Budget-Friendly Retirement: How to Enjoy Slow Travel Without Overspending
Embrace the Art of 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, we planned to travel…
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Why Van Life Became the Lifestyle Choice for a New Generation
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!
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How South Korea’s Culture Shock Can Make You a Better Traveler
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!
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How to Make the Most of WITS: Conference Highlights
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.
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Public Service Announcement: Shipping Your Car to and from South Korea
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.