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Mindful Travel, Part 4: 3 Things to Think Critically About Before You Buy a Plane Ticket

The world is essentially a global village now. If you save up the funds and are willing to plan, you can almost go anywhere. Formerly remote and untouched places are changing fast because of our “travel NOW” and escapist mentality that is leading us to escape farther, be more epic, get off the beaten track, snap those wanderlust-worthy social media pics. When I was in college, I was constantly daydreaming over travel Pinterest boards and writing quotes about going out to see the world, experience things, discover myself and learn by immersion instead of just through books and articles.

Travel, Southeast Asia, Mindful TravelLauren FritzNovember 14, 2018Bali, Indonesia, Mindful Travel, mindful living, diving, freediving, ocean travel, ocean-centric travel, conservation, Ocean Conservation, coral reefs

Mindful Travel, Part 2: A Balinese Farm Tour and Cooking Class

Let me whisk you away to Bali - the Balinese Farm Tour and Cooking Class is a half-day tour (morning or afternoon) that picks you up from your accommodation in Ubud and whisks you away to a local market in a neighboring village. A guide meets you there and escorts you around to different stalls, pointing out and explaining the local offerings of fruits, vegetables, and various prepared goods.

Travel, Indonesia, Mindful Travel, Mindful EatingLauren FritzNovember 2, 2018Bali, Cooking Class, Indonesia, meaningful travel, eco-travel, sustainable tourism, responsible travel, cooking, balinese food, indonesian food, Mindful Travel

Marine mammals inspired me to seek a greener lifestyle. What inspires you?