Category: Slow Travel
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Your Next Adventure Is Just a Play Button Away: Wherever We May Roam Is Now Available in Audiobook
The beloved travel guide that helped thousands of explorers discover their ideal travel style has officially made its way into your earbuds — and we couldn’t be more excited. Whether you’re stuck in traffic on your morning commute, lacing up your sneakers for a run, or simply curled up on the couch daydreaming about your…
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Free Giveaway!
Here’s your chance to get a free Kindle version of “Wherever We May Roam: Finding Your Travel Style“. Beginning today (May 10th) and running until May 22nd, you can enter to be one of 100 lucky winners. You can sign up on Goodreads, or use the link below to enter. All I ask is that…
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Wherever We May Roam: A Practical Guide to Longer Travel
Most people treat travel like a map problem, but Jim and Rita Santos argue it is really a style problem. After 16 years on the road, living abroad, and testing everything from short breaks to full-time roaming, they land on a simple idea: there is no single “right way” to travel longer. Long-term travel planning…
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Wherever We May Roam: Finding Your Travel Style — Now Available
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After years of traveling, learning, adjusting, and sometimes getting it completely wrong, I’m excited to finally share something that has been a long time in the making: My new book, Wherever We May Roam: Finding Your Travel Style, is now available. Why I Wrote This Book Travel has never been a one-size-fits-all experience. Over time, my…
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Slow Travel Book Coming Soon
Slow travel is not a trend to us; it is a framework for living that grew from a simple choice to trade a crowded itinerary for a deeper connection. When we first weighed a 12-cities-in-14-days package against a self-planned three-week stay, the math and the mood both favored slowness. Renting an apartment near the Arno…
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Castles, Creepy Laundry Rooms, and Airbnb Disasters
Our ten-week journey through Europe recently concluded with an extensive exploration of Ireland, completing a circuit that began on the east coast and took us through Northern Ireland, the Great Atlantic Way, the southern coast, and finally back to the eastern coast of Ireland before finishing in Dublin. After our adventures in England, Wales, Scotland,…
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Exploring Western Ireland: From Galway to the Wild Atlantic Way
Our recent 10-week journey through Ireland’s western coast offered a glimpse into both well-traveled tourist destinations and hidden local gems. After establishing our base in Oranmore, just outside Galway, we set out to experience Ireland’s famous landscapes and small towns that define its rugged western edge. Galway itself presented a mixed experience. As Ireland’s fourth…
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Discovering County Roscommon: Ireland’s Hidden Heartland of History, Legend, and Pastoral Beauty
Escape the crowded tourist trails and discover County Roscommon, a hidden gem in Ireland’s heartland. This beautiful and bucolic county offers a peaceful retreat steeped in history and legend, a place where pastoral landscapes meet ancient stories. While Ireland’s overall visitor numbers have seen fluctuations, with overseas visitors down 15% in March 2025 compared to…
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Tips for Visiting The Cliffs of Moher: Costs, Crowds, and the Best Viewing Angles
The Cliffs of Moher. Just the name conjures images of dramatic coastlines, crashing waves, and windswept beauty. This iconic Irish landmark attracts approximately 1.5 million visitors every year, and for good reason. But planning a trip to this natural wonder requires a little know-how to make the most of your experience. From understanding the costs…
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Ditching the 9-to-5 for Wide Open Roads: Is Full-Time RV Living for You?
Ever dreamed of saying “see ya!” to the daily grind and hitting the open road? The idea of living full-time in an RV or camper has definitely captured the hearts of many, promising a life filled with freedom, adventure, and a whole lot less stuff. But is it all sunshine and scenic overlooks? Let’s dive…
