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The term slow travel has been very popular among the indie community of late. Well, I just got back from a 2 weeks vacation and it felt slow travel for me this trip. I stayed with the locals and did things that locals do – slow and easy. As much as I want it to be part of an indie lifestyle, I couldn’t do that due to contraints.

It was however tiring to be traveling with a young child who was constantly demanding for attention. Infact, it was natural fat burner for me, keeping him busy and occupying him with activities. I managed to steal some time to the Sunday markets at Broadbeach on the last day in Gold Coast. It was a small Sunday market with some very local stuff. I bought a beaded necklace from an indie designer (emubeads.com) and totally love it. I only shop for local and indie stuff when I am in markets like that. Many of them make their own foodstuff including macadamia nuts and honey. It was nice strolling along the stores, if only I had more time!

Well, now that I’m back, I find myself missing the indie stores at the markets. I should have bought a few more beaded necklace from Emubeads… she was indeed a talented indie artist. I can’t wait to be back at the Gold Coast again… particularly broadbeach.

With many people traveling this coming holiday season, there are tips to make your holiday a fun filled and hassle-free one. For people who embrace an indie lifestyle, there are places that are good for slow and eco travel.

Hiking or camping can be a good and inexpensive way to travel. It used to be popular among outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers but these days, indie travelers are following the trend too. Families tend to choose Outer Banks beach rentals and enjoy family fun together by doing more relaxing things. Indie travelers prefer freedom and space, flexibility and something off the beaten path. Getting to know the locals and indulging into the culture is something most independent travelers look for. After all, you want to reminisce and carry a tale about an unique culture to your friends after a holiday. It brings memories in years to come and your travel photos will speak volumes of your culture immersion.

Well, you don’t need to be leading an indie lifestyle to choose slow travel. All it takes it a prepared mind, a passion to learn about a new culture, an open mind and an adventurous free spirit to take you to places and experiences you have never encountered.

Lately, I have been searching in the web for some great travel deals. Some of my indie friends are talking about searching for some backpacking destinations and they are geared for that indie lifestyle that spells freedom and creativity.

There are many things that people discuss about a backpacking trip. For some, it recalls urban backpacking culture, where men and women would crisscross the urban landscape with their backpacks, living without anything except what rests in their packs. Many backpackers are also known for slow travel experts too. Sometimes, a group of backpackers would go for apartments for rent but in most occasions, a backpackers lodge is preferred.

To others backpacking often refers to an intense, outdoor camping experience that is more than just an indie preference. A backpacking trip can often refers to a single weekend or a few months, depending on what the backpacker desires. Traveling by backpack can take you across the globe if you have the budget. A backpacker can enjoy the landscape and meet people on a personal basis at a slower pace. And that’s how the term slow travel is becoming popular.

There has been a significant increase in indie trips across places like southeast Asia. You may find backpackers in a truly wide variety of areas. Not only will they frequent the cities, but they will also head out into vast stretches of wilderness, displaying a truly formidable type of self-reliance. If you are interested in backpacking trips, don’t worry! There’s no need to start off in this fashion; you will find plenty of different opportunities to hit the trail, many of them no further than your own home grounds.

I’ve been reading up on organic and natural health magazines lately. It is interesting to know that many of these organic advocates are run by indie business owners with a passion and heart for the environment and pure health. It is inspiring to know that more are choosing to live an indie lifestyle.

These days, people are seeking for better health in the fast paced world that we live in. Better health comes with a price and sacrifice and I am glad many have set the pace for us to follow. It is encouraging to see that many indie business owners have chosen to embrace purity and eco friendliness in their business practices which give rise to many new organic labels in the beauty and natural health industry.

Even when it comes to weight loss, people are choosing exercise and a good diet for overall health. Some have complemented their goals with weight loss supplements. Many have embraced the indie lifestyle and learn to take breaks in between their busy schedules and routine. That explains why indie travel is getting more popular in the recent years. People prefer slow travel as they absorbed and learned a new culture in their indie vacation.

It seems that researching for a good topic that is indie related is a challenge. Perhaps I may shift away from the stereotyped ‘indie’ keyword to something of independent nature.

Perhaps it can be an indie blog that discusses topics for wine enthusiasts who are keen to learn about the wine of the month or maybe I should just focus on green travel. Indie travelers or independent travelers are becoming more keen in green travel issues these days. There is a growing community of indie travelers moving into slow travel since this is a great way to learn and see more of a travel destination. Indie traveling, green travel and slow travel are great topics which I would look into. For now, I would need to check out the popularity of these topics and themes in the web.