Slow Travel in Europe — Meaningful Journeys, Made Simple
Planning a trip to Europe can feel overwhelming. As your Slow Travel Expert, I create practical guides, thoughtful resources, and personalized services to help you explore with purpose and ease.
Hello and welcome— I’m so glad you’re here.
I’m Renee Hannes, your Slow Travel Expert and founder of Dream Plan Experience.
For more than 35 years, I’ve explored France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Spain — not as a checklist traveller, but as a seeker of culture and connection.
Travel feels different when you slow down — when you swap rushing for lingering, observing, and connecting.
Today, I help travellers like you design trips that go beyond the surface — whether through personalized trip planning, ready-made travel guides, or inspiration to embrace intentional, immersive travel.
Because the best trips aren’t the ones where you see the most — they’re the ones where you feel the most.
Not sure where to travel next? Take the Slow Travel Personality Quiz and find your perfect European destination →
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Your journey to slow travel starts here
Get 15 Practical Tips to Slow Travel— your free guide to experiencing Europe with more meaning and less rush.
Then, every Saturday, I’ll send inspiration straight to your inbox — stories, travel news, and thoughtful insights from my 35 years of exploring Europe.
“Renee’s weekly newsletters, filled with advice and recommendations, have been instrumental to the success of our travels— and I do not say that lightly.” ~~Ken
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Personalized Itineraries, Crafted Just for You
Ready to experience Europe your way?
Let me be the bridge from dreaming to planning to experiencing your next trip!
I’ll help transform your travel dreams into reality with a tailored itinerary designed around your interests and pace.
Whether you want a custom itinerary or curated recommendations, I’ll help you travel your way — unhurried, intentional, and authentic.
Curated European Travel Guides— Just $10 Each
Skip the endless research. Each guide is thoughtfully designed to save you time and help you experience Europe with ease and meaning.
For only $10, you’ll uncover hidden gems, cultural highlights, and practical tips — all in one ready-to-use download.
Perfect for travellers who crave cultural connection but prefer not to spend hours researching.
Here Are a Few of My Go-To Resources
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