Invest in yourself with enriching travel

‘We travel because we need to, because distance and difference are the secret tonic of creativity. When we get home, home is still the same. But something in our mind has been changed, and that changes everything’ —Jonah Lehrer, “Why We Travel”

I hope that many of you can identify with the insightful philosophy above (we certainly do!) because it is definitely trending across the industry—travellers, regardless of age, now want enriching and experiential travel to break out of their everyday routines.

A meaningful trip is an excitingly diverse concept, unique and different for each traveller. It could be learning a new language during an immersive holiday, delving into a passion subject by enrolling in a special course or workshop overseas, or simply trying something you have never tried before!

So instead of settling into the hibernation of winter, why not book a horizon expanding adventure for yourself? Here are our top 4 ideas for meaningful holidays to book in 2018!

Escape to a Wellness Retreat for Your Mind, Body & Soul

The reality of our fast-paced and busy lives mean that we often forget to nourish and care for ourselves on a deeper level, which underpins the popularity of health and wellness programs worldwide. In particular, tropical destinations like Thailand have flourished with an array of wellness resorts to detox yourself from chaotic to calm! Try The Sanctuary in Koh Phangan for their cleansing detox packages, or The Kamalaya in Koh Samui for life-affirming and health-centric itineraries.

Learn the Culinary Arts in France

Embark on a gourmet adventure where you not only feast on provincial French cuisine, but you also get to take home the skills and secrets to recreate such classic flavours. You will take residence under professional French chefs and perfect the glaze on a crème brulee, or become a master saucier! Take your pick of cooking schools across France (whose programs are conducted in English)—from a secluded walnut grove in the Loire Valley for a 5 day residency, to a delightful Provençal village for the summer flavours of the Mediterranean (with optional spa treatments available too)!

Take a Pilgrimage

A pilgrim’s journey is a human experience which echoes through centuries of history, and still very much exists today despite the digital age! In most simple terms, a pilgrimage is a physical journey that is taken with a purpose, and is usually transformational in some way. For modern travellers, it presents a satisfying way to engage with history and stunning landscapes across the world. Perhaps walk the Camino to Santiago De Compestela, discover the majesty of Edo period Japan along the Nakasendo Way or trek along misty mountains in Peru to visit the sacred site of Machu Picchu!

Travel to the Land where Happiness Counts—Bhutan

Famously known as the country that judges its prosperity by the collective happiness and well-being of its citizens, Bhutan is somewhat an anomaly of the modern world! An ancient kingdom protected against the ill effects of mass tourism by strict policy, we couldn’t think of a better place to visit for a well-rounded and meaningful travel experience. To explore this fascinating country, the National Geographic and G Adventures have teamed together to create their ‘Wonders of Bhutan’ tour, which is bound to enthral you!

If any of the above have piqued your interests, please contact Tertiary Travel on 1300 888 999 or at [email protected] for ideas & itineraries.

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