The Rise of Slow Travel: Why Doing Less on Vacation Gives You More
Amy Kristosik
January 15, 2026
Slow travel. The idea of traveling slow and embracing rest, culture, and the little moments that you’d otherwise miss.
Amy is a true travel lover with pins dropped all around the world. Whether you’re looking for an adventurous vacation or a relaxing retreat, she’d love to help you plan your next unforgettable voyage.
Zip lining 200 feet above the Costa Rican Rainforest Canopy. Mind you, I’m afraid of heights!
“Travel not to escape life but so life doesn’t escape you.”
– Unknown
Compile all your must-have toiletries into travel-sized containers and place them in your favorite travel organizer. When you’re ready for your next trip, all you need to do is pull it from storage and you’re ready to go!
It’s hard to pick just one but I’d have to say Venice, Italy. The fact that it’s built on over 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea and has no roads, only canals is amazing. Not to mention the vibrant colored architecture and of course the food!
Slow travel. The idea of traveling slow and embracing rest, culture, and the little moments that you’d otherwise miss.
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