”Slow living is not about living your life in slow motion; it’s about doing everything at the right speed and pacing instead of rushing. By that same logic, slow living is not about losing time by going slowly; it’s about gaining time by doing the things that are most important to you.”
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Karin-Marijke’s blog
Notes on Slow Travel, is a treasure trove of insights on all things Slow Travel—from sightseeing tips and festival guides to practical advice on accommodations and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. She and her partner, Coen Wubbels, are true aficionados of Slow Travel, whether on foot or behind the wheel of a automobile.
SlowTravel
Slow travelers will feel like kids in a candy store as they explore the Slow Travel Experience website. From organizing pilgrimages in Spain to arranging freighter journeys to Antarctica, this Germany-based organization is a premier hub for unique, immersive travel experiences.
Slow Travel Tours
Slow Travel Tours is an informal affiliation of approximately eleven independent small travel companies, each offering intimate, small-group tours across Europe. These experiences focus on culinary exploration, creative activities, and historical discovery, all rooted in the principles of slow, immersive travel.
Suitcases and Sandcastles
Suitcases and Sandcastles is an award-winning family travel blog that encourages readers to slow down and savor more meaningful travel experiences. With a focus on fun cultural activities and inspiring destinations, it offers ideas for memorable adventures the whole family can enjoy together.
Slow Travel
If you’re interested in Slow Travel and have the UK on your mind, slow-travel.uk offers thoughtful articles and resources to help you explore a quieter, more reflective side of the island. Check out the “Fun Stuff” and “What’s On” sections for lesser-known spots, local events, and ideas for experiencing Britain at a gentler pace.
The Slow Traveller
Jo Tinsley’s The Slow Traveller: An Intentional Path to Mindful Adventures just might reshape the way you think about travel. Drawing from her own experiences of journeying with care, curiosity, and a light footprint, Tinsley invites readers to embrace a more thoughtful, deliberate approach to exploring the world. Across its 160 pages, the book pairs breathtaking nature photography with practical, heartfelt guidance on how to make slow travel a lasting habit—one meaningful trip at a time.
The Idle Traveller
The Idle Traveller is a powerful invitation to rethink how we experience travel and to rediscover a sense of place—beginning with our own surroundings. Author Dan Kieran offers a reflective look at the way we move through the world, questioning the rush from airports to hotels to packed itineraries. Instead, he makes a persuasive case for deeper, more intentional exploration—championing the beauty of slow travel and encouraging a shift toward more mindful, enriching journeys.
Slow Escapes
In Slow Escapes, sustainable travel specialist Clara le Fort offers a refreshing take on how we journey through the world—highlighting thoughtful hospitality and community-centered stays in the countryside. Simply put, the book promotes a growing awareness around travel that values lighter footprints and richer cultural engagement. It’s an inspiring read for anyone eager to embrace more eco-conscious adventures and seek out travel that’s both meaningful and memorable.
Kinfolk Travel
Kinfolk Travel takes readers on a journey through more than 25 fascinating places spread across six continents, all while inspiring meaningful interactions and immersive cultural encounters. At its core, this book champions a thoughtful, intentional approach to exploring the world—whether you’re spotting birds in the English countryside or wandering through museums in Africa. With its breathtaking photography and insightful local advice, Kinfolk Travel beautifully captures the spirit of slow, mindful travel and is sure to delight anyone who picks it up.
Solo Female Travel Adventure
Solo Female Travel Adventure is a down-to-earth blog for women who like to travel slowly and meaningfully. Created by UK native Emily Luxton, it offers practical tips, honest advice, and personal insights for solo female travellers exploring places like India, Mexico, South America, and Europe at their own pace.