Mindful Travel
Top 5 Romantic Destinations
Thinking about taking a romantic holiday? There are tons of destinations options out there, from towns with historical significance and exciting nightlife to cities with picturesque landscapes and local romantic legends. In order to truly have a relaxing and romantic time you’ll need to find the best destination that fits you as a couple. Though [...]
Mini Vacations This Summer
At the end of this month sit down with your spouse or your family. Get everyone’s schedule on the calendar. Then look for a day or two or open evenings that you can plan to have a “mini vacation.” This is really fun for the kids and family. As you write your mini vacation down on the calendar [...]
Seven Money Saving Tips for Summer Travel
With the weather getting warmer with every passing day, people are already starting to plan for their summer vacations. Unfortunately, summer trips are quite popular so they can get expensive. To get the most from your vacation budget you’ll need the right saving tips. So, exactly how busy can you expect the tourist destinations to [...]
Spring Break Voluntourism: Vacationing and Helping Others
For most American students spring break is a week in which studies and responsibilities are exchanged for traveling and parties. But for other students spring break is a week to better themselves and help others. Alternative spring breaks have become increasingly popular with college students and even high school students. Instead of relaxing in the [...]
How to Pick Mindful Travel Souvenirs
By: Brittani Banks, Contributing Writer for Mindful Living Network One of the best things about vacationing is that each of us brings back a little piece of our travels with us, whether it’s life lessons, memories or souvenirs. Buying a souvenir for a friend is a great way to share your traveling experiences with others, but [...]
Top Travel Destinations for Black History Month
Traveling is a learning experience, no matter where you go. However, this February consider visiting cities with historical sites that celebrate African American heritage. Here are five Mindful Black History Month destinations to consider: Atlanta, Georgia. Through the 1950s and 1960s, Atlanta was a key city in the Civil Rights Movement. As the birthplace of [...]
Little-Known Travel Destinations
Do you feel like packing your bags and traveling to a faraway place? A few locations are creating buzz in 2013 due to pop culture and special events. So, before you buy a ticket for your usual getaway consider these destinations: Amsterdam, the Netherlands. In 2013, there will be tons to celebrate in Amsterdam. It’s [...]
Workcations: New Way to Travel
Vacations can be a time for learning as well as relaxing. Many vacationers desire a green, educational experience while traveling. Environmental holidays and the recent boom of agritourism can provide just that. A few years ago, the U.S. Census of Agriculture reported that agritourism and recreation services were valued at $566 million. Popular agritourist events [...]
Being in Service – a Real Ego Killer
By: Sheri Rosenthal, Journeys of the Spirit There’s a lot of discussion in spirituality about ego and the myriad of ways to diminish it. No matter what spiritual tradition you are studying, there are unlimited suggestions and tools for doing so. However, no matter how many methods we come up – nothing can replace service as [...]
Spooky Travel Destinations for Halloween
Around the world Halloween enthusiasts have caused a rise in this season’s tourism. Many travelers want to experience true haunted houses, ghost tours, and parades in towns with eerie histories. If you’re interested in getting in the spooky spirit of the season, consider one of these locations: London, England. Fordor’s, the travel guide, states that [...]
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