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Slow Travel & The Gift Of Travel

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It's a very mindful approach to experiencing a destination more deeply, focusing on connecting with local culture, customs, and rhythms rather than ticking off tourist sites

We found that 42% of Canadians said they intend to take a cruise in the next 2 years

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book early for Christmas holidays or choose shoulder season for better prices
βœ“Reach out to a travel agent about nine months in advance to research options
βœ“Consider destinations where the Canadian dollar holds stronger for better value
βœ“Look for packages that bundle flights, meals, and accommodations to keep costs predictable

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is slow travel and its benefits?
QHow can travel be a meaningful gift for Christmas?
QWhat are the top travel trends for 2025?

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Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2111088/fan_mail/new) Have you heard of the term "slow travel"? Maybe you've been doing it all along and didn't realize it. Either way, on this week's show travel expert Onanta Forbes will join me to discuss what slow travel is and the benefits to a slower paced holiday. And is it too soon to be thinking about Christmas? The folks from Flightcentre (https://www.flightcentre.ca/) Canada don't think so as they recently came out with their Top 10 hotlist vacations to gift this Christmas. So later in the podcast we'll rundown that list to give you some ideas. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/randyu)