During this time he got married to T'Pel, his wife of 67 years, and raised a family of three sons and a daughter.  Tuvok taught archery science at the Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts.  After raising his children he decided to go back to Starfleet.  Tuvok is on Voyager nearly eighty years after serving on the Excelsior.  As a Security Officer he is trained in the martial arts of many Alpha Quadrant cultures.  He performs the investigations of any crimes that happen on Voyager, including using his ability to mindmeld if necessary.

Vulcans are known for long lifespans, and Tuvok is roughly 109 years old.  He doesn't like chatting with people and often sits and reads alone.  He enjoys playing his lute and singing. Tuvok excels at pool and the card game gin.  He grows orchids, which are his favorite flower, and in the Alpha Quadrant was a breeder of prized Vulcan orchids.