TIPS FOR THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL: MORE CONSCIOUS AND SUSTAINABLE

Magazine

Oct 11

Recent years have taught us that we, as a society, must change some dynamics to improve the health of our planet and our way of life. And travel is no exception. We are facing a new era of travel in which the focus should be on the journey as much as the destination. The quality of our travel experiences matters even more than the quantity.

Being more intentional about how to travel rather than where to travel is the foundation of traveling more consciously and sustainably.

We must stay one step ahead and reeducate ourselves and the next generations to slow down and connect on different levels during our travel experiences—above all, emotionally—. We believe in fostering an emotional connection to a destination to get back the essence of the art of travel. Engaging our senses is crucial to creating more tangible, unique, and unforgettable travel experiences. Sustainable and conscious travel will enhance our discovery of a small hotel, a village, or a landscape for us to treasure in our memories forever.

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1. TRAVEL WITH A PURPOSE:

Choose your destination according to your values and interests. Purpose automatically adds a personal perspective. Therefore, there are endless alternatives for meaningful and quality travel out there.

Given that time and budget are usually limited and travel has a significant environmental impact, you must consider the motivations behind your travel choices before deciding about your next adventure to avoid traveling aimlessly.

Nowadays, travel is all about personalizing your travel experiences so that you get to enjoy your destination the way you want to. Finding your why will make your journey more enriching and fulfilling, with the potential to transform a simple vacation into an unforgettable travel experience.

2. BOND WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES:

Enhance your travel experience by emotionally connecting with the local culture. Communities are at the heart of sustainable and responsible travel.

There are many ways to mingle with locals meaningfully: from attending cooking workshops and visiting traditional wine, cheese, bread, and oil manufacturers to investing in artwork from local artisans such as ceramics, furniture, and other handmade crafts to get to know their time-honored production processes.

The benefits go beyond stimulating the local economy, as conscious travelers support the preservation of the community's traditions and heritage and foster cultural awareness.

3. TRAVEL OFF-SEASON:

Appreciate the advantages of traveling during the off-season and consider how it will positively impact the environment, local communities, and your travel experience.

To begin with, you will explore a destination at your leisure with more flexibility while avoiding crowds. You will also get a more authentic feeling about the local way of life. Residents are often more welcoming and willing to exchange ideas with visitors, share their experiences, and provide insider tips about their area.

In general, there are extraordinary sustainability benefits to traveling during the off-season. The environment will be subjected to less pressure, as the need for resources follows a more consistent pattern, and local businesses will be in a stronger position to sustain themselves steadily and year-round.

4. OPT FOR SMALL HOTELS:

Eco-conscious small hotels are usually nestled in the countryside and run by families, which offer personalized attention and guidance to their guests.

They are an ideal option for individuals, couples, and families seeking to travel consciously at a slower pace to nurture a sense of connectedness to the place and the here and now.

Small hotels are destinations in their own right, featuring a limited number of rooms—typically ten or fewer—beautifully designed to indulge in an intimate experience.

One of the distinctive aspects of small hotels is that breakfast and meals consist of organic products from nearby farmers, giving travelers a chance to savor the local cuisine as well.