11 Sustainable travel gift ideas minimalists will love
The holiday season is upon us. As inboxes are inundated with ads for “Black Friday” deals, the latest and greatest in technology, and all...
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Shelagh Hogan
Nov 17, 2022
5 reasons why you should give the gift of (sustainable) travel
Plus responsible tour ideas for every discerning traveler About Conscious Travel Collective ~ Hey there! I’m Tara, the founder of...
Tara Busch
Nov 13, 2022
Specialized group travel ~ Finding your travel community
benefits of traveling with the right travel groups mean travelers get even more compared to as a solo traveler
Shelagh Hogan
Nov 8, 2022
5 Reasons you should learn the local language for travel (PLUS resources to get you started)
Why is learning the native language the best idea? Learning the local language of the destination you intend to visit provides an...
Tara Busch
Oct 31, 2022
A must try dish for any visit to Oaxaca
Chef Olga Cabrera’s Oaxaca City restaurant Tierra del Sol is a must when visiting Oaxaca City. (hard stop)! Housed in a beautiful...
Shelagh Hogan
Oct 27, 2022
8 favorite foliage hikes in Vermont
About Conscious Travel Collective ~ Hey there! I’m Tara, the founder of CTC. After years in the travel industry and loving the...
Shelagh Hogan
Oct 24, 2022
Celebrating the dead for Día de Los Muertos
Ever wonder, what is Día de Los Muertos & what are its origins? We provide a easy to digest answer, and have to be respectful as a traveler
Shelagh Hogan
Oct 10, 2022
Staycations: The rising trend in travel and why you should take one
Want to know some of the best places to travel across America that are right in your backyard, well you found it!
Tara Busch
Oct 8, 2022
A Travel Founder’s Culinary Visit to Arequipa Peru
Sending a few days in Arequipa Peru and not sure what to expect, or importantly, where and what to eat? Join us as we visit the White City
Shelagh Hogan
Oct 4, 2022
10 Solo Traveler tips for the best experience
“That sounds so AMAZING… who are you going with?” “Oh, no one… Just myself,” I reply. A brief awkward silence follows as I watch my...
Shelagh Hogan
Oct 1, 2022
10 favorite podcasts to binge while traveling
Favorite podcast for travelers to binge while traveling. Top 10 podcasts to take for inspiration and entertainment while you travel.
Shelagh Hogan
Sep 16, 2022
Why a small group tour is the perfect idea for first-time solo female travelers
Why small group travel is perfect for aspiring solo travelers - six reasons why want to be solo travelers should consider a group tour
Shelagh Hogan
Sep 8, 2022
9 Easy tips for practicing self-care when traveling
Some simple self-care tips while traveling can help you feel grounded, nourished, and rested throughout your trip.
Shelagh Hogan
Aug 27, 2022
Me Encanta Oaxaca: The Best Cooking Class and Food Tour in Oaxaca
We interview the owner of a small family owned Oaxacan business. Their Oaxaca experiences include food Tours and Cooking Classes.
Tara Busch
Jul 22, 2022
Croatia: Why you should visit this laid-back and stunning Balkan state
Imagine a well-preserved Roman citadel, the chalk-colored stone walls, raised pearly columns, and terra cotta tiles on every roof… but...
Shelagh Hogan
Jul 12, 2022
Your Brain’s Response to Conscious Travel
You’ve just booked a trip. Images of new places, people, and experiences flood your mind as your brain begins to anticipate adventure....
Tara Busch
Jul 8, 2022
The Act of Reciprocity + The Responsibility of the Conscious Traveler
We travel to take. To take in the stimuli that entertain and delight our senses, to receive what we are offered, and to accept the...
Shelagh Hogan
Jun 21, 2022
The Importance of storytelling: The preservation of pre-Columbian Andean culture
Author Shelagh Hogan writes on the practice of storytelling in the Andes of Peru before the Spanish colonizers arrived there
Shelagh Hogan
Jun 17, 2022
Zero-Waste Travel
Actionable tips to reduce negative impacts of travel The title of this blog is a bit of a misnomer. In our modern world, it is nearly...
Tara Busch
Jun 11, 2022
Looking for assistance with air travel? We have an expert for you!
We all turn somewhere when we need to book air. Some folks go directly to their favorite airline websites, other will head to a search...
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