Regenerative Tourism: A Paradigm Shift
Last year, we graduated from the exceptional the Regenerative Leadership Program hosted by Laura Storm, and this year we will be stepping into yet another year-long professional journey with Regenerators. Alongside this, we have been studying the regenerative and transformational tourism field since around 2020 through our work at The Transformational Travel Council. Together, these […]
Solo Travel Destinations: Why, Where We Go — and When — Matters
At empowered.travel, we believe it’s time to be honest about something: travel that only serves the traveler is an old paradigm. For decades, travel has been framed around our desires — our moods, our milestones, our need for escape or reinvention. Destinations were expected to absorb us endlessly, regardless of season, capacity, or local cost. We are choosing something […]
Why Solo Travel Can Feel Scary — And Why You Should Go Anyway
Do you ever second-guess yourself before booking a short solo travel trip? Most of us do. We wonder whether we deserve the break, whether the timing is right, whether our partner or pet will be okay, or whether the whole idea is “self-indulgent.” Before my New Orleans getaway, I felt drained, overwhelmed, and unsure. I […]
🌍 7 Things Missing in Transformative Travel — and How We Can Do Better
We talk a lot about wellness, purpose, and personal growth in travel. But most of what’s labeled as “transformative travel” barely scratches the surface. True transformation doesn’t happen in an infinity pool between yoga sessions. It begins when we stop doing and start being. At empowered.travel, we’ve spent years exploring what truly makes travel transformative. […]
How to Plan a Sabbatical That Turns Burnout into Breakthrough
Burned out? It might be time for a quest. Here’s how to plan a sabbatical that doesn’t just pause your life — it propels it forward. From Burnout to Breakthrough: Turning Your Sabbatical into a Quest Have you ever felt like you’ve hit a wall — where even weekends, vacations, or “wellness days” barely make […]
Reinventing Work, Regenerating Self: Japanese Psychology for Purposeful Career Shifts
Transformation — real, lasting career shift — doesn’t happen overnight. As Professor Brad McLain reminds us in his fantastic Designing Transformative Experiences: A Toolkit for Leaders, Trainers, Teachers, and other Experience Designers Byline book (May, 2023), there are seven essential elements we need to pay attention to: risk-taking, control, immersion, social and emotional involvement, intellectual challenge, […]
Discover UniqueAccommodations Around the World for Your Sabbatical Adventure – Where Every Stay Becomes Part of Your Story
When it comes to taking a meaningful sabbatical, the places you stay can transform your experience. At empowered.travel, we believe in connecting travelers with uniqueaccommodations that foster personal growth, creativity, and authentic immersion in local culture. From quiet retreats in nature to adventurous hostels in breathtaking landscapes, these destinations are perfect for our sabbatical program […]
