As 2020 slowly closes to an end, many may wish to leave behind all the bad memories and embrace with excitement their return to the so-called normality.
Unquestionably, the past year was challenging with abrupt changes in everyone’s conveniences along with what was believed as normal.
However, the travel industry and we, The Travel insiders managed to cope with the new reality and the travel protocols that came with the novel coronavirus.
In addition, there were more and more people saying, “we don’t want to get back to normality” and for some, a beautiful thing happened.
The thought that these difficult moments may be a big opportunity for a change, an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Slow travel, came as a pleasant surprise.
The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance - Nathaniel Branden
WHAT IS SLOW TRAVEL
Slow travel is not a new term in the travel industry. It was first launched in the 1980’s as a cultural revolution against the belief that faster is always better. People started to feel the need to slow down, to pause the to-do list and postpone the deadlines.
Slow Travel is all about the journey. It is about trying to soak up every single moment and drive back to your roots.
It was believed however, that it was a trend for the few and more privileged as ample time and money would be required.
Since then, many things changed. The covid-19 era taught people that it is not necessary to spend neither an exuberant amount of money nor ample time to enjoy authentic experiences while on vacation.
For us, here at The Travel Insiders, Slow Travel means to cater for the needs and preferences of our guests. Through our Tailor-Made Tours, we love to introduce to them what Greece is most famous for; the hospitality. It is the authentic hospitality that makes our country one of the top Slow Travel destinations in the world.
SLOW TRAVEL GAINS
One may wonder; why Slow Travel gains so much popularity? With everything moving so fast, Slow Travel could be a response to mass tourism. Moreover, in post Covid-19 era, more seem to be seeking for privacy and flexibility in schedules during their holidays. Then, the feeling of living, and not just seeing and being in a place is more than rewarding and offers a sense of mindfulness.
If you are this type of traveler, then Slow Travel might give you the chills!
Here are some extra benefits by making Slow Travel your default.
- Slow travel will show you how to focus on the thrill of the moment without the anxiety of piling up more than you can handle.
- Slow travel will motivate you to escape from home routines and daily stress. Less rush means more space for experiences away from the well-trodden paths and your “comfort zone”.
- Slow travel will initiate you into a more responsible and eco-friendly travel. Also, it will help you raise awareness by interacting with local communities and supporting local businesses and products. After all, letting your taste buds be adventurous can be not just fun but also meaningful.
TOP 3 THINGS TO DO WHILE ON A SLOW TRAVEL MODE
- Travel slow - Slow Travel is a state of mind. Choose a Destination, enjoy the journey, and let us do the rest. We love to share insight tips with our guests and show them what the locals do, going off-the-beaten track.
- Engage with the locals - Slow Travel is about human interaction. Meet the locals, find out about their own history, and interact around shared experiences in a more meaningful way. Once the point center becomes the simplicity and the human needs, one may find the essence of Slow Travel. Before you travel, don’t miss out consulting our post about How to eat and drink like a local in Greece.
- Leave no footprints - Slow Travel & Eco-friendly ethos go together. Cherish the moments and the sheer beauty that each journey unfolds but leave no trace behind you. Protect the environment and make an impact on this world by taking the concepts of Slow Travel to your everyday life. Choose a local business to spend your money and consult family-run travel companies to plan your Slow Travel journey.
HOW TO PLAN A SLOW TRAVEL ITINERARY
You wish to enjoy Travel Slow holidays, but you do not know where to start from? Our team of local experts here at The Travel Insiders will be more than happy to provide you with all the necessary tools to plan your dream Travel Slow holidays in Greece.
Creating a Slow Travel itinerary with our team was never easier. As experienced travelers ourselves, all itineraries are made-to-fit and customed to our guests’ measures.
Having as a motto that the best way to discover Greece is to experience it from the inside, you may mix and match the services that meet your tastes from PRIVATE TOURS and SHORE EXCURSIONS and leave the rest to us!
Grasp the opportunity to tailor make your Slow Travel itinerary and have the time of your life!
Build your Slow Travel itinerary with us HERE
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