{"id":6719,"date":"2019-01-09T09:43:12","date_gmt":"2019-01-09T09:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.luxurygoldvacations.com\/?p=6719"},"modified":"2024-05-02T13:40:26","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T12:40:26","slug":"top-tips-for-mindful-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/top-tips-for-mindful-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips For Mindful Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"

It has never been easier to make visiting your dream destination a reality, and with more travelers jumping on long haul flights to faraway places each year, the way we travel is changing. Conscious globetrotters are becoming increasingly concerned about getting the most from their experiences, with \u201cmindful travel\u201d now a revered concept.<\/p>\n

Based on the notion of being in the present moment, it aims to enrich your journey by focusing on experiences that affect you mentally, emotionally and intellectually \u2013 it is the art of stillness.<\/p>\n

Here are five mindful travel tips to keep you in the present on your next trip with us:<\/p>\n

1. Avoid the crowds<\/h2>\n
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\u00a9 Photo by Yeo Khee on Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n

Heading to your destination before the crowds will really allow you to connect to the area, as you experience a place with less noise before the masses arrive. You\u2019ll have more time to stop, explore and truly appreciate what is before you. Enjoy this stillness on all our trips, including our Italy options where you\u2019ll take private tours of the Sistine Chapel and the Venetian Republic. At the Sistine Chapel you\u2019ll enjoy fast-tracked entry into the Vatican Museums for a more private viewing of its timeless Papal art collection.<\/p>\n

Related trip:<\/strong> Ultimate Italy<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Nourish your taste buds<\/h2>\n
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\u00a9 Photo by Eaters Collective on Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cOne of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating\u201d, or so said Italian opera singer, Luciano Pavarotti. And where better to devote this attention than on a trip full of gastronomic delights? Take a moment to stop and appreciate regional flavors as you journey through new lands, savoring the texture, smell and taste of local delicacies. Eat slowly and in great company as you toast to your journey with fellow travelers on your final Celebration Dinner.<\/p>\n

3. Stay local<\/h2>\n
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\u00a9 Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n

Don\u2019t just tick off a destination\u2019s major hotspots, truly get to know an area by engaging with its locals. In the spirit of mindful travel, take time to listen to fascinating tales about their culture, daily life and love for the place they call home.<\/p>\n

In Chioggia stroll through the town\u2019s bustling fish market guided by your onboard chef. While in Perugia, join a Local Expert for a guided exploration through history, as you walk along its Corso Vannucci to the main square where you\u2019ll see the Great Fountain, Collegio del Cambio and the splendid Prior’s Palace.<\/p>\n

4. Embrace everything<\/h2>\n
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\u00a9 Photo by Camylla Battani on Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n

Mindful travel can sometimes be uncomfortable, particularly if you\u2019re traveling to lands further afield with cultures very different to your own. Rather than appreciate a country\u2019s quirks nostalgically when you have returned, try to really focus on the present and embrace your destinations differences while you are there. Ask questions, speak to locals and try new foods to truly cherish your experience.<\/p>\n

5. Document your journey<\/h2>\n
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\u00a9 Photo by Fabian Centeno on Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n

Photography is a great way to document your journey, but why not go a step further and take a notepad and pen to make sketches of your travels? Take time as you journey to your next destination to focus on your highlights of the day or perhaps jot down notes on your expectations for the journey ahead. Notes and sketches of your travels will make for a great visual souvenir on your return.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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