Tom Aussems 5/20/21 Tom Aussems 5/20/21

Pandemic offers Europe’s tourism industry the chance of an upgrade

Devastated by the fall-off in business some countries are looking to use EU recovery funds to move away from the mass market, Daniel Dombey and Alice Hancock from The Financial Times say.

Tom Aussems 5/19/21 Tom Aussems 5/19/21

This Slow Travel Company Specializes in Flight-Free Holidays

Byway Travel, Katherine Martinko from Treehugger says, has replaced airplanes with boats, bikes, buses, and trains.

Tom Aussems 5/13/21 Tom Aussems 5/13/21

Asia's rise of sustainable tourism: Is it for real?

Growing numbers of travelers in Asia are reassessing the way they travel to make their trips more moral as they seek to reduce negative economic and social impacts on the community and environment in the places they go to, says Eri Sugiura, a Nikkei staff writer.

Tom Aussems 5/10/21 Tom Aussems 5/10/21

Travel companies have a new tool to set and actually achieve climate goals

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a partnership of several non-profit organizations, is on a mission to end corporate “greenwashing” – the making of dubious or unverifiable sustainability claims by companies to brandish their image. SBTi provides a way to verify and measure businesses’ true eco-progress, and the travel industry is signing on, says Tim Wenger from Matador Network.

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 5/3/21 Tom Aussems 5/3/21

3 Destinations Leading the Charge for Sustainable Tourism

[These] destinations […] are taking measures to protect their land and communities for generations of visitors (and residents) to come.

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 4/26/21 Tom Aussems 4/26/21

Venice finally bans cruise ships from its lagoon

For years, campaigns to oust cruise ships from the [Venice] lagoon have been gaining traction, with locals claiming that the ships' massive structures erode the seabed, effectively turning the lagoon into an offshoot of the Adriatic Sea. And now, finally, the Italian government has agreed with them, passing a decree to ban cruise ships and other large vessels from the lagoon.

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 4/19/21 Tom Aussems 4/19/21

Google Maps to start directing drivers to 'eco-friendly' routes

[…] Google’s Maps app will start directing drivers along routes estimated to generate the lowest carbon emissions based on traffic, slopes and other factors, the company announced on Tuesday.

Tom Aussems 4/16/21 Tom Aussems 4/16/21

France to ban some domestic flights where train available

[French] MPs vote to suspend internal flights if the trip can be completed by train within two and a half hours instead, says Kim Willsher from The Guardian.

Tom Aussems 4/8/21 Tom Aussems 4/8/21

Interview – Adumu Safaris Champions Maasai Rights and Equitable Tourism

David Ngoseck Mollel and Danielle Heard Mollel – co-founders of Adumu Safaris – want safari tourism to move beyond its colonial origins to truly benefit local people and wildlife. Rose Dykins finds out more about the community-led travel experiences they offer.

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 4/1/21 Tom Aussems 4/1/21

For Travel, a Sustainable Comeback?

From a newly certified Whale Heritage Site to scenic byways for electric cars, Elaine Glusac names five new initiatives that suggest the travel industry may be envisioning a more responsible future.

Tom Aussems 3/29/21 Tom Aussems 3/29/21

From London to Delhi: The longest bus route in the world to start operations in 2022

In April of 2022, Travel Tomorrow says, the longest bus route in the world will start operating. The project had been known as early as 2020, […] but the uncertainty in the current environment has brought some delays. Now it’s official.

Tom Aussems 3/25/21 Tom Aussems 3/25/21

9 Travel Companies for Eco-Conscious Travellers

The sustainability editor at Condé Nast Traveller, Juliet Kinsman, sums up travel companies using their businesses as a force for good.

Tom Aussems 3/22/21 Tom Aussems 3/22/21

[15] Intra-Pandemic Innovations from Travel Companies Around the World

From immunity-boosting minibars to low season tourism, here are [15] innovations that demonstrate how the Covid crisis has forced travel companies to be more creative and think more deeply about what consumers need and want. Jenny Southan reports.

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 3/15/21 Tom Aussems 3/15/21

Is a Return to Travel Actually a Bad Thing?

For many of us, it’s been a year since we’ve been able to travel internationally. While dreaming of the day we can travel again, we’ve read stories about nature bouncing back and wildlife returning to areas previously overwhelmed by human activities. But has this break been positive for vulnerable ecosystems? And, if so, should we be concerned about the impending return of tourism? The answer, as you might expect, is complex.

Tom Aussems 3/11/21 Tom Aussems 3/11/21

How To Be Carbon-Free, With A New App And A Neutrality Certificate

Whether you own a smartphone or a company, two systems can help you take climate action, says Emanuela Barbiroglio. The newly launched climate app Klima has a mission to turn climate neutrality into a mass movement, similar to what the Climate Neutral’s Certification does for brands.

Let’s reinvent travel.