Sub-heading: Thoughtful Travel Choices: Experience a more comfortable way to travel as you get older
After seven years of retirement and giving up all three types of travel, I realized that people are more comfortable traveling this way when they are old.
Retirement was a huge turning point in my life, and as I got older, I started to think about how I could enjoy life better. Traveling has always been a way of life that I aspire to. However, over the past seven years, I've tried three different ways to travel, and each time has given me a new perspective on what to expect.
Initially, I opted for a group tour because I thought it would save me a lot of hassle and that I would have a guide throughout the tour so that I could only enjoy the scenery. However, I soon discovered that while group tours were convenient, they lacked flexibility and were always packed with little time for discovery and adventure. Also, the group activities within the tour group made me feel more like I was participating in a business meeting than enjoying the trip.
So, I chose to go on my own instead because I thought it would give me more control over my time and plan my itinerary according to my interests. However, the reality made me feel the loneliness of traveling alone. The loneliness of being in a strange city, with no one to share the joy of the beautiful scenery in front of me and no one to taste the taste of foreign food, made me wonder if independent travel was suitable for my age.
So, I tried a cruise, thinking that it would be a comfortable way to enjoy a comfortable life on a luxury cruise ship and at the same time have the opportunity to participate in a variety of entertainment activities. However, over time, I discovered that life on a cruise, while luxurious, was too closed. In the limited space, time flies very slowly, and the entertainment on the cruise ship seems a bit monotonous.
After trying these three ways of traveling, I thought about it and found that when people get older, they need to travel more calmly and calmly. So, I started looking for a more comfortable way to travel slowly.
Slow travel is not simply a way to travel slowly, but a more experience-oriented way of traveling. In this way, I am no longer pressed by the schedule of the itinerary, but more focused on integrating with the local culture. Instead of rushing around the sights, I wander the alleys at a leisurely pace and interact with the locals. In slow travel, I have the opportunity to truly feel the human touch of a foreign country and experience the beauty of life.
On a slow trip, I chose to travel to Tuscany, Italy. This beautiful land is famous for its vineyards, olive groves, and ancient castles. I chose a small town as my station, rented a local cottage and didn't have much planning and just roamed as I wanted. Every morning, I go to the nearby market to shop for fresh ingredients with the locals and cook them in my own kitchen. This laid-back and relaxed lifestyle made me feel the true meaning of travel.
I also learned a lot of new skills during the slow trip. For example, in a small winery in Tuscany, I learned the basic techniques of making wine. In a local art workshop, I tried my hand at pottery and oil painting. These are experiences that you can't get in group tours, independent tours, and cruises, and they make my trip even more colorful.
Another benefit of slow travel is being able to take better care of your body. The aging body needs more rest and care, and slow travel is exactly what meets that need. In slow travel, I can choose a more comfortable mode of transportation and avoid long flights and bumpy roads. Staying in one place for longer also allows me to better adjust to jet lag and adapt my body to the new environment.
After I slowly Xi the slow travel lifestyle, I began to find that when people get old, travel is not only to see the scenery, but also to experience the richness of life. Slow travel makes me cherish every moment more and feel every encounter and parting with my heart. Instead of seeking short-term thrills, I focus more on finding inner peace during my travels.
In general, when people get old, travel needs more calmness and calmness. Slow travel has given me the opportunity to re-examine my life and discover the true meaning of travel. In slowly savoring, I found the true meaning of travel, and also made my old age more fulfilling and meaningful. Perhaps, it is in this calmness that I really find the joy of life.
