We travel to escape the chaos and stress of our day-to-day lives, so why are we jam-packing our holidays with activities and returning home just as exhausted as when we left? At Turquoise, we love to create tailor-made holidays for you based on current trends. Slow travel has become a new way of seeing a country from a more authentic and unique perspective. Also known as sustainable travel, mindful travel or low- impact travel, slow travel involves pacing yourself and enjoying the country in a less touristy way and not throwing yourself into every activity possible. Examples of slow travel are: hikes, yoga, train journeys and cycling. These activities allow you to admire the natural landscape of the country and embrace the culture and community in a low-cost way as well as leaving a positive impact on the places you visit.
Eastern & Oriental Express:
Travelling by train is a unique yet calm way to see multiple countries. The Eastern & Oriental Express is an amazing way to travel from Singapore and around Malaysia. This infamous green and cream luxury train is a great way to add an element of indulgence and relaxation in the middle of your holiday. Recapture the golden days of colonial glamour on an unforgettable rail journey – from enjoying breakfast as you pass through rice paddies and rural villages to having dinner with on board entertainment whilst winding through lush, green landscapes.
The Rocky Mountaineer, Canada
Venturing places you can only access by track, The Rocky Mountaineer is an unmissable experience in Canada. Linking together two westerly provinces, starting in Banff and ending in Vancouver, with no other luxury train offering quite the same experience when it comes to spectacular scenery and service. Travel between snow-capped mountain peaks and along rocky lakeshores to the pine forests and rushing rivers of the Fraser Valley. You’ll pass hidden lakes, deep canyons, vast forests and revel in the history of Canada’s gold rush. Choose to travel in the Gold Leaf carriages and expect to be wowed by the team’s impeccable customer service, the onboard dining and jaw-dropping viewing experience.
PurePods, New Zealand
This is an unforgettable experience for those who desire an off-the-beaten track adventure without compromising on comfort! Hidden in blissful isolation in various locations across New Zealand, 15 unique and supremely private PurePods take centre stage in their own slice of pristine landscape. This is a peaceful way to slow travel and take in the stunning scenery with activities like nearby walk tracks or even to simply sit out on the deck and listen to the birdsong, read a book, soak up the views. Designed with sustainability, luxury and the natural environment in mind, each PurePods has floor to ceiling glass walls and a glass ceiling ensuring total immersion into the surrounding countryside. Every pod provides the perfect antidote to our busy, modern lives!
If you would like to join the world of slow travel and try one of these experiences, speak to our experts who can make a tailor-made holiday today! Get in touch on 01494 678 400 or enquire here.
