July 6, 2026
The how matters as much as the where
No new pieces this week, so I went back to two that keep earning their keep. One asks a real question about what travel is actually for. The other saves you a planning headache if you've ever stared at a Finger Lakes map and wondered where to start.
What Slow Travel Actually Feels Like (And Why More People Are Choosing It)
Slow travel content on TikTok grew 330% in 2025, and a majority of travelers surveyed by KAYAK now say they prefer spending more time in fewer places — this is no longer a fringe lifestyle choice.
Which Finger Lakes Wine Trail Should You Do First? A Day-Tripper's Guide
Seneca Lake is the Finger Lakes' largest wine trail — 28 member wineries across 320 square miles, anchored by a 618-foot-deep lake that creates 195 growing days per year and makes cool-climate Riesling possible.
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