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Author: Polly Barks

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3 Travel Lessons Translated to ‘Real’ Life

  • Posted byby Polly Barks
  • June 16, 2015
  • 3 minute read
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Travel teaches lessons that can be applied to ‘real’ life too. Image by Polly Barks. “Any big plans coming up?” My co-worker is constantly asking about my travel plans. As…

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5 Books to Spark Your Long-Term Travel Plans

  • Posted byby Polly Barks
  • May 19, 2015
  • 3 minute read
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Take off on wings of paper. Image by Flickr user Moyan Brenn. I’ve got to admit: My bank balance is a bit low. Coming off of a massive travel year…

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When Planning Doesn’t Get Us There: Why I Advocate for Slow Travel

  • Posted byby Polly Barks
  • April 21, 2015
  • 3 minute read
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Enjoying the journey, wherever it may take us. Image by Polly Barks. I stood on the side of a mountain, surveying the beautiful land with half-awe, half-frustration. We were headed…

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Learn, Socialize, Experience Before You Go: Slow Travel Prep

  • Posted byby Polly Barks
  • March 17, 2015
  • 4 minute read
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The flight isn’t the beginning of your slow travel adventures. Image by Polly Barks. I could feel my cheeks getting redder and redder – the curse of being a redhead…

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    • Travel Tips

Welcome to Slow Travel Propaganda

  • Posted byby Polly Barks
  • February 17, 2015
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Driving through Armenia. Image by Polly Barks. We’re pleased to debut the fresh voices of the second cohort of the Go Girl Blogging Program! Stay tuned for new articles from new…

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