Tom Aussems 8/18/21 Tom Aussems 8/18/21

How a lodge in KwaZulu-Natal works for a better life for all […]

Since the days of the former tourism boasting about the growth of global tourism almost 20 years ago […], the local tourism industry has grown to become one of the largest employers in South Africa. Angus Begg from the Daily Maverick highlights the role of a particular establishment that has set somewhat of a benchmark in the area, if not the province: Three Tree Hill in Hambrook village.

Tom Aussems 7/26/21 Tom Aussems 7/26/21

The Good Traveler – A Mental Packing List

Thanks to the pandemic and the climate emergency, traveling, especially long-distance travel, has become far less commonplace and far more considered. But that is not necessarily a bad thing. Design Hotels has shared a mental packing list that allows us to travel better.

Tom Aussems 7/12/21 Tom Aussems 7/12/21

Tren Ecuador, the luxury tourist train supporting local communities

[Tren Ecuador] is not your usual luxury tourist train, says Eme Johnson from Travel Tomorrow. Rather than keeping travellers distracted, hidden away in luxury comfort and only gazing out windows at the scenery and people they pass, Tren Ecuador offers an immersion in the culture, customs and traditions of the area, with that bit of luxury on the side, of course.

Tom Aussems 7/1/21 Tom Aussems 7/1/21

Intrepid Travel’s Overtourism Antidote for Europe Focuses on Hyperlocal and Remote

Intrepid Travel, considered a leader in the sustainable tourism space with its low carbon footprint and locally-led small group tours, showed it was moving past platitudes by launching a new kind of conservation-focused tour that aims to be the antidote to those big crowds visiting the same places in southern Europe, says Lebawit Lily Girma from Skift. It’s partnering with the MEET Network to do that, an association of protected areas in the Mediterranean that creates sustainable tourism products with the goal of benefitting conservation and communities.

Tom Aussems 6/23/21 Tom Aussems 6/23/21

'Polluter elite': World's wealthiest contributing to 37 per cent of emissions growth

In a damning report, says Georgia Forrester from Stuff, the authors explain how the combined emissions of the richest one per cent of the global population account for more than the poorest 50 per cent.

Tom Aussems 6/1/21 Tom Aussems 6/1/21

What does it mean to travel sustainably in 2021?

As travel tentatively resumes, says Francisca Kellett from National Geographic Traveller UK, the frequently misappropriated and misunderstood concept of sustainability is due a timely reassessment. What role can travellers play in protecting the balance of the natural world?

Tom Aussems 5/24/21 Tom Aussems 5/24/21

How Our Purpose & Pace of Travel Will Shift Post-Pandemic

[A]s post-pandemic travel nears, it's important to reflect on the lessons we've learned and examine the newfound appreciation we have for the luxury of travel, and how it will shift our purpose and pace.

Tom Aussems 5/6/21 Tom Aussems 5/6/21

Farm to Fork: How a new project will help tourists eat their way around Jordan

The country is hoping to welcome its first crop of culinary tourists this year, and introduce them to local food, farmers and chefs, says Rebecca Holland from The National.

Tom Aussems 4/29/21 Tom Aussems 4/29/21

In Empty Amsterdam, Reconsidering Tourism

Before Covid-19, the city was packed with visitors. Now efforts to rein in the expected post-pandemic crowds are ramping up, but not without controversy, says Paige McClanahan from The New York Times.

Tom Aussems 4/22/21 Tom Aussems 4/22/21

Responsible Travel: How sustainable tourism has changed over the past 20 years

On the two-decade anniversary of his disruptive travel company, Justin Francis, founder of Responsible Travel, reflects on just how far the industry has come – and where it’s going next.

Tom Aussems 4/5/21 Tom Aussems 4/5/21

Fairbnb: a sustainable alternative to Airbnb

Enter Fairbnb, the cooperative accommodation booking platform that ensures its positive impact on the communities by promoting and funding local initiatives and projects. Travel Tomorrow’s Eme Johnson explains.

Tom Aussems 3/18/21 Tom Aussems 3/18/21

Alberghi Diffusi Are The Most Sustainable Hotels In Italy – Here’s Why

Alberghi diffusi, or ‘scattered hotels’, allow visitors to experience the most authentic, if elusive, side of Italy: daily life in its small towns […]. It encourages an exchange between travelers who want to learn about a territory, and locals who open their doors to share their heritage and tradition. Read all about alberghi diffusi in this article by Livia Hengel.

Tom Aussems 3/10/21 Tom Aussems 3/10/21

The World’s Ten Best Ethical Destinations 2021

Our 2021 Ethical Destinations is an attempt to inspire new models of travel – models that empower local people and help them steward and grow their environs. […]. Though all our winners have suffered badly during the pandemic, they have managed to keep their priorities straight and offer a smarter, more sustainable path forward. […].

Tom Aussems 2/18/21 Tom Aussems 2/18/21

9 travel trends for 2021

With travel thrown thoroughly off-course in 2020, we’re sure you’ve been thinking about what next year might bring. Rough Guides dug a little deeper to unearth nine travel trends for 2021.

Tom Aussems 1/14/21 Tom Aussems 1/14/21

The key to saving the world’s wildlife

From poaching to habitat loss – according to Dickson Kaelo, CEO of Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association, local communities and indigenous people are vital in the fight to save wildlife. ‘When communities see wildlife as an asset, rather than a cost, conservation efforts begin yielding fruits.’

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