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I’m Joyce, a traveler, tourism professional, and founder of Ethical Trails. With a background in international tourism, I’ve seen firsthand how the industry often prioritizes profit over sustainability. But traveling is a privilege, and with that privilege comes the opportunity to do better.
Here, I share stories, reflections, and resources to help shift how we explore the world: more slowly, more consciously, and with respect for people & planet.
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Strangers on Friday, biking buddies by Sunday. 🚲
That's the magic of the Velo Tour Festival: three days of biking, open roads and camping with the kind of people that make you want to do it all over again. 💚
@welcometomygarden_org thank you for this wonderful weekend, for the contagious enthusiasm, and for making slow travel accessible for everyone. 🏕
#bikepacking #slowtravel
Throwback to my first wild-camping adventure in France last june. 🥾
The Chartreuse really stunned me: every view, every climb, every (quiet) moment. ⛰️
Thanks to the solid guidance of @hikingadvisorbelgium I made it through the 6-day trek feeling proud and grateful. 💪
El Tigre Waterfalls, Monteverde 🇨🇷 An easy-to-access, adventurous 7.5 km loop through Costa Rica’s cloud forest. 💧
Expect lush greenery, hanging bridges & four stunning waterfalls. We hiked it in 2.5 hours, with plenty of stops along the way.
Can only recommend it if you’re headed to Monteverde. 💚
#getoutside #monteverde #costarica #junglehike #slowtravel
Could every morning be like this one, please? ⛰️☀️
Finally! Tomorrow, Reismarkt - the ultimate event for travel enthusiasts - opens its doors! 🫣
Get to know top-quality travel organizations, tourism boards, an outdoor shop, and a travel book store. Such as @de.berghut @kriskrasreizen @visitmalta @beyondbordersbelgie @servasbelgiumluxemburg @the_wildlinger and much more. 🤠
It’s also your chance to connect with 200 experienced travelers, ready to share their insights with you. Planning a trip in 2025? Skip the endless “10 must-visit” blog posts and get real, firsthand advice through personal conversations that make all the difference! 👀
And at 17:00, I'll be sharing my tips and tricks on traveling with (positive) impact! 💚
After months of hard work, it’s amazing to see this event come to life and bring together 3,000 like-minded globetrotters. 🤩
Hope to see you there!
I always wanted to try bikepacking, so I started small—B&Bs, a four-day ride. And I loved it. It felt like a whole new kind of adventure. 🤠
Not just getting from A to B, but everything in between—the detours, the quiet moments, the little wins.
One of the first things I realized? It’s not a race. Slowing down made the trip so much more enjoyable. It’s amazing what you notice when you’re not rushing. 🚴♀️
One thing I’d do differently? Plan better. I missed a stunning viewpoint just 5km off my path. But one thing I got right? Avoiding city centers during traffic. Nothing kills the vibe like fighting for space with impatient cars. 🧭
And then, of course—rest. Your legs do all the work. Give them a break. 🦵
Lastly, if you’re thinking about bikepacking, don’t splurge on gear just yet. Borrow, buy second-hand, and figure out what works for you first. ♻️
At the end of the day, it is all about the experience. You learn, adapt, and—most importantly—enjoy the ride. ✨