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Slow Imposters Preposterous
r is it? from a cheesy imitation simply
because these companies hire some
The slow movement overall of the top marketing firms in the
is spreading like wildfire. business.
Television shows, major motion
pictures, and of course many These guys are good at their
travel agencies are jumping on jobs. So they use crafty wording
the slow travel bandwagon like and lots of fluff to convince you
passengers from a sinking ship that you've made a sound slow
leaping for lifeboats. travel plan, when in fact all you
have done is set yourself up for
Because Slow is hot. Period. a rush trip filled with
deadlines, coupons, and
So how can you determine a solid headaches.
slow plan or destination for your
slow travel? A quick Google But there is a fairly simple
search brings up some decent answer to this problem. One that
results. But overall it leaves doesn't take much effort or much
you lacking, because many of the thought. It only takes
top listings are simply doorways initiative.
to quickie ticket sites like
Travelocity or Cheap Tickets. Ask someone. Get in touch with
Which, in my opinion, are someone in the know about slow
definitely NOT slow travel travel in general. If possible,
oriented. someone that has even dealt with
the company or destination that
For those that are new to the you are considering. Have someone
concept, it can be amazingly help you with your itinerary. The
difficult to discern a really old saying is true. Two heads are
excellent slow travel destination better than one. If you can find
someone that has some experience verification process is
and knows what slow travel is extensive, so it is a safe bet
about, you can easily learn how that destinations listed there
to avoid the pitfalls. are slow worthy.
One place you can look for You can also try talking to some
assistance is of the TWIOS members at our
www.slowtravelblog.com or forum, which is located at
www.slowtravel.org . They are www.slowtravelforum.com. Getting
both excellent resources and both some direct insight by posting on
completely approved and run by the boards may bring you the
The World Institute of Slowness. advice you are looking for.
TWIOS is considered the major
authority on slow websites However, everything always comes
overall and is an excellent place down to personal taste and your
to start. Even the founder, Geir views on Slow overall. What is
Berthelsen is often available to 'Slow' to some, may not be 'Slow'
assist you in your choices and to others. So do your own
will surely help you with your research as well. By doing your
travel plans or destinations if homework and looking before you
he can. leap, you are most likely going
to make the right decisions. Even
www.slowtravel.org is probably if you don't, it is always a
your best bet when starting out learning process and it will make
if you would rather not ask you better for the next time.
someone for help. All of the
sites there are hand selected and Which is what life is all about.
manually approved by The World Learning how to live it. To enjoy
Institute of Slowness. The it.
About the Author:
Chuck Crawford is an established e-biz expert. Founder and CEO of Crawford Business Development L.L.C., & helping countless people achieve online success spanning his 13 yr career. Clients include fortune 500 firms & personal startups. visit www.webdesign.pn
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