In this week’s episode of Money Talk, I sat down with Suzy May, slow travel coach and host of the Wander World School and Slow Family Travel Podcast, to dive into the world of slow travel. We explore how extending your trips, living like a local, and traveling with intention can transform both your experiences and your wallet. Suzy shares her family’s journey of splitting time between Spain, Germany, and Colorado, and how building financial plans for longer trips can make travel more affordable and more meaningful.

Whether you’re the type to pack your vacations full from sunrise to midnight or you’ve been dreaming of taking things slower, this episode will help you see a new way to approach travel. You’ll learn how slow travel can reduce stress, save money, create deeper memories, and even build stronger connections with local communities, making it a must-listen for anyone who wants their vacations to be more than just a blur of photos and receipts.

💰 This Week’s Money Talking Points

1. What is slow travel?
2. How can everyone benefit from elements of slow travel?
3. What is your favorite vacation you’ve ever taken?

🔗 Resources & Mentions:

• Suzy’s podcast: https://www.wanderworldschool.com/
• Check out Suzy’s website: https://suzymaywander.com/

⏱ Time Stamps:

[00:01:29 ] Suzy May joins the show and defines what slow travel really is

[00:04:28 ] The benefits of slowing down your trips, for your wallet and your well-being

[00:09:00 ] My own fast travel disaster story and why slow travel is different

[00:14:28 ] Planning your first slow travel trip: Defining your “why” and budget

[00:19:48 ] Financial planning tips for long-term travel and budgeting surprises

[00:26:00 ] Embracing flexibility, handling hiccups, and making the most of the journey

[00:27:07 ] Final reflections and how to identify your travel “why”

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