Developing Religious and Spiritual Travel

Saturday, 07 Jun, 2012 0

 

Despite the weak economy, religious and spiritual travel is on the rise. Possibly this is a result of watching movies like Eat, Pray, Love,The DaVinci Code, and The Passion of the Christ, sparking religious and spiritual consideration. Whatever the explanation, tour companies have added various new tours that individuals, groups, and travel professionals can take advantage of.

What motivates religious and spiritual travel?

1.      The appeal of visiting religious destinations, including pilgrimages and spiritual healing journeys.

2.      Faith and spiritual meeting groups designed for meditation, retreats, and bible study.

3.      Missionary and disaster relief work.

4.      Junior and adult spiritual fellowship groups.

5.      Individuals looking for spiritual guidance.

 

Faith and spiritual destinations can be found all over the world. For first time groups, or for groups on a smaller budget, a local trip may be the place to start with. One example is the Historic Church Walking Tour of Gettysburg, or a meditation retreat in Colorado.

 

Reputable tour operators specializing in faith and spiritual travel include:

·         Globus Family of Brands

·         Regina Tours

·         Unitours

·         Homeric Tours

·         CIE Tours International

·         Mayflower Tours

·         Ya’lla Tours USA

·         Inpac Tours

·         Himalayan Dreams

 

 

By Bonnie BurgessFor full story



 

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