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    Staying in the moment: Mindful travel

    Travel is a welcome diversion to the relentless flow of modern life. And one of the finest ways to truly enjoy travel is to experience each and every moment to its fullest. As we welcome summer and its various holiday opportunities, we explore vacations that offer enhanced awareness, meditative qualities and a mindful perspective. Keep reading to find out more -- an affordable flight ticket is just a click away!

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    With this account, managed by our writer team, we welcome all who love travel and exploration to enjoy these blog posts. And we gently remind our readers of the delight to be found in 'hitting the road'. As Tolstoy said: “All great literature is one of two stories; a man goes on a journey or a stranger comes to town.”

    Index:

    No need to hurry: Türkiye’s quietest resorts

    A meditative journey filled with awareness

    More than a vacation: In pursuit of experience

    Healing the spirit: The best yoga addresses

    Minimalist escapes: A Tiny House experience


    No need to hurry: Türkiye’s quietest resorts

    marmaris bördübet
    Set in Marmaris, Bördübet is like a hidden paradise on Earth.

    If you seek a peaceful locale with beautiful natural surroundings, secluded beaches — and not too many other people, then keep reading and discover Türkiye’s quietest holiday destinations


    A meditative journey: Mindfulness

    mindful journey
    When we travel in a conscious and aware manner, our experiences are enhanced by this mindfulness and the holiday becomes more enjoyable and relaxing.

    A little anxiety can give us structure; and, as W.H. Auden says, “routine is a sign of ambition in intelligent people.” But flexibility is also key. Almost every type of travel generates work and even stress – potential delays, reservation snafus and so on. On the other hand, we can benefit from even the experiences we perceive as negative if we remain mindful. For more on mindful travel, a concept that has gained popularity in recent years, see our Blog entry, “Mindful Travel: Tips for Meditative Travel”, in which we offer tips and suggestions for staying in the moment and ‘being here now’ while traveling.


    More than a vacation: In pursuit of experience

    holiday on farm
    Many farms offer visitors an opportunity to engage with agriculture, animals and nature while on holiday.

    A vacation is no longer confined to simply sightseeing or relaxing. One of the greatest luxuries in today’s world is to “experience” and explore alternatives to the standard holiday. To discover more about alternative getaways – from glamping to surfing in the Black Sea to organic farming – check out our best vacation routes. Write a new story this summer!


    Healing the spirit: The best yoga addresses

    A woman on a yoga vacation
    Yoga, the practice of breath, has become a type of lifestyle for many people around the world.

    The practice of yoga is centered around the breath and offers its own mindfulness discipline, as well as a tool for staying in the present. While yoga can be performed almost anywhere and at any time, there are some especially wonderful destinations to experience this centuries-old practice. To discover more about yoga retreats worldwide —  from India, the motherland of yoga, to Zurich, and from Bali to Cappadocia – check out 6 amazing locations for yoga lovers article.


    Minimalist escapes: A Tiny House experience

    vacation in tiny house
    Tiny Houses present a lifestyle in which we deepen our harmony with nature.

    Sometimes our roomy homes or apartments in the middle of the city feel tight. We long for nature. In a Tiny House, we can focus on our surroundings and our harmony with nature. These minimalist spaces offer a detox of the spirit! If you want to take a break from urban noise and pursue the Tiny House experience, check out the Blog: Settled travel or a minimal break: the Tiny House experience.

    *The date of this blog post may have been updated due to additional content. Please be aware that information on fees and transportation is subject to change. The content of this post reflects the author's opinion and views.

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