Mission

Our mission is to discover the awesomeness in slowing down, looking closer at the world around us, and discovering the joys on our doorsteps. And, by drawing attention to it, we aim to make planet-friendly, low-mileage travel the number-one choice, not just because it’s better for the biosphere and will help protect the world for future generations, but because it is better for us, here and now.

If we can show how it is possible to cut down on travel, and improve our wellbeing at the same time, we have a chance to make a significant, rapid gain in the race against climate-change. Choosing local, low-energy travel over long-distance, high-energy journeys is possibly the single most effective change we can make as individuals.

But why do we believe slow, local travel can be better? 

We believe that by bringing our gaze in closer, we can strengthen our connection with the nature, history and communities that surround us day-to-day, leading to a deeper sense of belonging and contentment. We believe there is wonder, beauty and potential for adventure all over the world, and the richest rewards come to those who learn to see what they have right in front of them.

The world will always be out there, but what do we want it to look like? Due to our technological advances, it seems much smaller now than it did a couple of generations ago. By slowing down and looking near first, it might appear to grow again, to become richer and more exciting - full of more adventures than anyone could hope to accomplish in one lifetime. 

We have the freedom to choose adventures which are gentle to our planet, and help to preserve its beauty and diversity. And we’re excited about where the journey will take us.