{"id":15588,"date":"2021-08-10T12:24:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T10:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/?p=15588"},"modified":"2024-09-19T13:52:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T11:52:11","slug":"what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow travel: What it is and top destinations worldwide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Index <\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#What_is_Slow_Travel\" >What is Slow Travel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Benefits_of_travelling_slow\" >Benefits of travelling slow<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Connect_deeply_and_live_like_a_local\" >Connect deeply and live like a local<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Learn_about_a_culture\" >Learn about a culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Cheaper_in_comparison_to_fast_trips\" >Cheaper in comparison to fast trips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Learn_a_new_life_rhythm\" >Learn a new life rhythm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Relieves_you_from_stress\" >Relieves you from stress<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#10_Tips_for_Slow_Travelling\" >10 Tips for Slow Travelling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#_5_Best_Destinations_to_Add_on_your_Bucket_List\" >&nbsp;5 Best Destinations to Add on your Bucket List<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Byron_Bay_Australia\" >Byron Bay, Australia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Vancouver_Island_Canada\" >Vancouver Island, Canada<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Wanaka_New_Zealand\" >Wanaka, New Zealand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Cappadocia_Turkey\" >Cappadocia, Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Costa_Rica\" >Costa Rica<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/what-is-slow-travel-worldwide-destinations\/#Have_you_ever_tried_travelling_slow\" >Have you ever tried travelling slow?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Slow_Travel\"><\/span><strong>What is Slow Travel?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelling to more cities, hotels, adventures and countries allows you to unwind. For most people, travel has become more about an Instagram picture or a badge of honor. You are likely to hear phrases like, \u2018I have done Africa\u2019. <\/span><b>Slow travelling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the exact opposite.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s an antidote to a speeding bus and a packed itinerary that ejects you from one destination to the other. When slow travelling, <\/span><b>protect yourself and your loved one with a<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/travel-insurance-international\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><b>Heymondo Travel Insurance<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, pick out a destination and spend a significant period of time. Take the opportunity to experience a different rhythm of life by going to the market, cooking local food and even doing nothing. Just relax and don\u2019t worry about unforeseen circumstances, Heymondo will be close to you when you need it.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/slow-travel-Italy-1.jpg\" alt=\"slow travel Italy\" class=\"wp-image-15607\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_travelling_slow\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of travelling slow<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connect_deeply_and_live_like_a_local\"><\/span><b>Connect deeply and live like a local<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When travelling, you learn more about historical facts, experience new cultures and most importantly feed your <\/span><b>wanderlust<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. On fast trips, you squeeze a lot into a little period of time. That\u2019s where this type of travel comes in handy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are things you can\u2019t learn in a day. For instance is the bus system reliable? What areas should I stay away from?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When<\/span><b> slow travelling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you spend time with the locals and live just like them. This will help you in picking up new tips and tricks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_about_a_culture\"><\/span><b>Learn about a culture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can learn about a culture even when fast travelling. The difference is, when slow travelling, you spend a <\/span><b>good amount of time with locals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and not just for a coffee chat or meal. For instance you can visit their place of worship and attend local gatherings and ceremonies. Subsequently you learn a lot about their culture.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheaper_in_comparison_to_fast_trips\"><\/span><b>Cheaper in comparison to fast trips<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some places don\u2019t have cheap eats or food trucks, which means you are left with cafes and restaurants at least three times a day which is expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you are staying somewhere for an extended period of time, you get the opportunity to share meals with locals or cook your own meals. Additionally, you cut down transportation costs significantly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_a_new_life_rhythm\"><\/span><b>Learn a new life rhythm<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelling slow guarantees a <\/span><b>unique and personalized experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You have enough time to seek out new experiences and don\u2019t have to rush in order to notch all the top sites. The trip allows you to veer away from your initial plan and let a new life rhythm play out.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relieves_you_from_stress\"><\/span><b>Relieves you from stress<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You expand your free time when slow travelling. This gives you room for more relaxation and with no doubt reduce your stress levels.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/slow-travel-nature-1.jpg\" alt=\"slow travel nature\" class=\"wp-image-15608\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Tips_for_Slow_Travelling\"><\/span><strong>10 Tips for Slow Travelling<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live like a local or even better go with the mindset of living in a new home<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid having a list of must visit and see<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have time to do nothing<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn a couple of words in the local language<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave open time to create spontaneity, space and margin and balance your itinerary<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete your homework ahead of time<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connect with the environment around you<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat local but healthy food<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do everything normally and invite the joy<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a covid-19 insurance and travel insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_5_Best_Destinations_to_Add_on_your_Bucket_List\"><\/span><strong>&nbsp;5 Best Destinations to Add on your Bucket List<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Byron_Bay_Australia\"><\/span><b>Byron Bay, Australia<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Byron Bay is commonly known as the laid back coastal town. From great foods to surfing here are reasons why the coastal town in <\/span><b>Australia <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tops our list of the best slow travel destinations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Surfing<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are keen to surf, you will have numerous reasons to have a dip. There is a protected break at <\/span><b>Wategos Beach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> well known for a stunning sunrise view and a slow rolling wave perfect for longboarders. Tallow beach is a perfect choice for experienced surfers who embrace crowds and a consistent break. Those new to surfing are not left out as well- there are half day lessons and surf camps.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Cape Byron Lighthouse<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To have a spectacular view of <\/span><b>Byron Bay<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, grab your hiking shoes and head out to the lighthouse. It\u2019s a stunning white structure that was built at the turn of the century presiding over sheer cliffs and rocky headland on the eastern side. Apart from enjoying the structure you might also catch a glimpse of humpback whales. Therefore don\u2019t forget to pack binoculars.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Cape Byron loop track<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lighthouse at Byron Bay is part of a conservation area that hosts a popular loop hiking trail. Usually, travelers take three hours to complete the track which takes you across cliff tops, through a rainforest, along beaches and grassland. Don\u2019t forget to take a sunhat, sunscreen and plenty of water as the sun is ever present in Australia.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Bangalow<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you need a break from the beach? Head out for a 10km inland trip to a picturesque <\/span><b>Bangalow town<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There is a popular weekend farmers market and the street is packed with restaurants and cafes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a class=\"custom-button\" style=\"color: white; width: 250px;\" href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Get a quote<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vancouver_Island_Canada\"><\/span><b>Vancouver Island, Canada<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vancouver Island is one of the best slow travel destinations. It floats off the western part of main Canada. At almost 60 miles wide and 300 miles long, the island offers a melting pot of places to explore. It\u2019s an ideal destination to slow down and rejuvenate with a topping of a nature experience. Think about<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breaching whales, sandy beaches, lush rainforests, soaring eagles and intruding tide pools. You will also engage with nature through ocean kayaking to beach strolling. Still not convinced? Read on!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Kayak at Telegraph Cove with orca whales<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Telegraph Cove<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a stunning site to view orca whales. To see the whales you can take a boat tour but if you are passionate about getting close to nature then you should book a kayaking tour.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Hug a tree at Cathedral Grove<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the thought of hugging a tree excite you? Or even better have you ever thought of holding hands with other people in order to properly hug a big tree? <\/span><b>Cathedral Grove<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an inspiring destination for you as it hosts giant trees. Give yourself one hour or two in the park as you hike along the dirt trails and boardwalks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Stroll Chesterman beach<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Stroll Chesterman<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is tucked away on western shores of <\/span><b>Vancouver Island<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Devour a taco before heading to the beach. While there you could fly a kite, stroll, try skimboarding, explore tide pools and watch the sunset before heading back to your rest place.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that it is always highly recommended to buy<\/span><b> travel insurance <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">when travelling abroad. Discover <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/travel-insurance-international\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 Reasons to Buy Travel Insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and make the most of your trip!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wanaka_New_Zealand\"><\/span><b>Wanaka, New Zealand<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In New Zealand, slowing down the pace is a piece of cake if not a natural thing to practice. The south island hosts <\/span><b>Wanaka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a resort town with amazing scenery. The population in this town is significantly low which offers you plenty of room to unwind. There are so many experiences to try out including:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Fascinating history<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The island hosts <\/span><b>Hokitika<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a historical place! While here, you will hear about gold miners and the pounamu hunters. Check out an annual exhibition held in January. The exhibition gives artists a platform to perform their wild imaginations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>The Wanaka Tree<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wanaka offers numerous opportunities to explore outdoors. Ideally, don&#8217;t leave Wanaka without taking a snap of the famous <\/span><b>Wanaka tree<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s a tree that grew in the middle of <\/span><b>Lake Wanaka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> appearing as though perched on the surface.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note: With Covid-19 affecting the whole world, it\u2019s important to have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/travel-insurance-covid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>travel insurance<\/b> <b>with coronavirus coverage included<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cappadocia_Turkey\"><\/span><b>Cappadocia, Turkey<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well known for iconic pictures of hot air balloons floating like landscapes, <\/span><b>Cappadocia <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a destination that should be added to your bucket list. Cappadocia has several valleys; each valley has a unique type of rock formation. Let\u2019s explore two of the best valleys.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Pigeon Valley<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you pay attention to the rocks in Pigeon Valley, you will notice a good number of square shaped holes carved atop rock pillars. The holes are man-made pigeon houses and hence the destination&#8217;s name.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Love Valley<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Love Valley can be seen from a viewpoint. For a better experience take a steep path and walk through the valley.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upon visiting the valley, you will see phallic shaped rocks and realize where the valley gets its name.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Costa_Rica\"><\/span><b>Costa Rica<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Costa Rica might be smaller than West Virginia but don\u2019t be fooled!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Diversity<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cDiversity\u201d fits right when talking about Costa Rica. While travelling, you might spot monkeys and the next you see a sloth. Be prepared to also see colorful birds and numerous species of toucans.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Local friendliness<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While travelling you might want to stop in cafeterias or fruit stands. Sellers and people around will talk to you and get out of their way to show you a hidden waterfall, a landmark or a gorgeous viewpoint.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><\/b> <b>Landscapes<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While moving around Costa Rica you will notice differences in views. This brings photo opportunities everywhere!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are thinking about traveling to Costa Rica, check out the article about entry requirements during the coronavirus pandemic and what to visit.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/what-is-slow-travel-1.jpg\" alt=\"what is slow travel\" class=\"wp-image-15605\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_you_ever_tried_travelling_slow\"><\/span><b>Have you ever tried travelling slow?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience travel burnout and return home from a journey extremely exhausted, then you didn\u2019t travel slow enough. It would be either because you were so excited to move to a new destination and probably forgot to pace yourself along the way. In a nutshell, the key to travelling smarter and more passionately is travelling slowly. Give yourself time to live like a local in the visited destination for you to experience their way of life.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to travel safe by equipping yourself with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/travel-insurance-international\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><b>Heymondo Travel Insurance<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You will have access to <\/span><b>Heymondo\u2019s App:<\/b> <b>24-hour medical chat and free emergency calls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, in case you need medical assistance, which allows you to manage any incident easily and quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are thinking about Slow Traveling, share this article and inspire other travelers!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Slow Travel? 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