There’s a misconception that Reading Retreats mean staying put the entire time, curled up indoors like a Victorian child with a fainting couch. Not quite. Most Reading Retreats blend exploration with generous downtime. Depending on our destination, we could wander historic towns and visit local wineries, or go ziplining and snorkeling before returning to a beautiful villa with a book when you’re ready.

If you’ve ever returned from a vacation feeling like you needed another one, you’re not alone. More travelers are seeking a slower, more intentional way to explore the world.

There’s something truly magical that happens when women travel together. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or an international adventure, women-only vacations create an atmosphere of empowerment, ease, and joy that’s hard to replicate in mixed groups.

Packing for a Reading Retreat is not like packing for a high-speed “see-10-cities-in-7-days” tour where you live in wrinkled clothes and snack on protein bars while running for the next train.

If your book club has ever daydreamed about sipping wine in Tuscany while debating which Little Women sister was truly the most relatable (spoiler: it’s still Jo), or lounging in a Parisian café while pretending you’re in an episode of Emily in Paris, then it’s time to take your stories off the page and into the world.

At Slow Travel Co., we believe in traveling with intention. Our retreats take place in sunlit villas, coastal manors, and lush landscapes around the globe. They’re designed so you can move at your own pace, follow your curiosity, and carve out some still moments, all while surrounded by a group of like-minded women who are doing the same. It’s the girl gang version of a Nancy Meyers movie (she's literally the best), sunny, stylish, and soul-nourishing.