The Cure for Overtourism?
Try Viljandi.
If the overtourism that many have decried during the pandemic is going to end, striking out to places like Viljandi, which are very much off the beaten path but still easy and comfortable to visit, might just be a place to begin. In this New York Times article, Gabriel Leigh tells us this Estonian town is full of life and culture, especially music. And if
travel is going to change its ways, it’s a good place to start.
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Workcations Are the New Vacations. Here’s How to Pull One Off. Furnished apartments, discounts for longer stays and worker-friendly amenities mean an extended vacation is more accessible than ever. In this Washington Post article, Christopher Elliott talks about the hot trend of mixing business and pleasure with a long-term stay.
The Rise of the Adult Gap Year Gap years are usually associated with the brink of adulthood. But some adults are breaking the mold by embarking on their own long-term adventures in the form of an adult gap year, also known as a career break. According to this Conde Nast Traveler article, a mid-career sabbatical to see the world is more feasible than you might think.
Sustainable Travel: Tips and Advice on How to Green Up Your Travels Post-Pandemic This article from The Times outlines 12 tips and tricks to help you make your post-pandemic holiday more sustainable, from addressing undertourism to spotting greenwashing in hotels. Here's how you can travel in a more conscious way.
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Outside, Here are tips for calming your own nerves—and those of people who love you.
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