Some like it slow

As the pace of life quickens for many, people are looking to 'slow travel' journeys for a chance to rejuvenate and get in touch with themselves

The Kumano Kodo journey takes travellers through gorgeous natural landscapes of Japan that change colour through the seasons.
The Kumano Kodo journey takes travellers through gorgeous natural landscapes of Japan that change colour through the seasons.PHOTO: MAVIS TEO
Mavis Teo
Published: 
Feb 3, 2019, 5:00 am SGT
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The concept of "slow travel" is in demand. It is a movement that answers the modern malaise of having to be efficient, to rush and to hurry.

Slow travel has its roots in the same philosophies as the slow food trend.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on February 03, 2019, with the headline 'Some like it slow'. Subscribe
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