Tom Aussems 11/1/21 Tom Aussems 11/1/21

10 Great Ways To Be A Climate Optimist

Feeling eco-anxious? Sally Giblin, cofounder of Be the Future, walks us through 10 ways to be a climate optimist and take positive action.

Tom Aussems 10/26/21 Tom Aussems 10/26/21

Google Flights will now show you the environmental impact of your travel

A new feature displays the carbon footprints of flights as part of Google’s broader green-travel push. Natalie B. Compton from The Washington Post explains how it works.

Tom Aussems 10/26/21 Tom Aussems 10/26/21

Every single holiday we take relies on nature – and impacts on it, too

We should be as […] concerned about nature on our mainstream holidays as we would be on an ecotourism trip, argues Justin Frances, chief executive of Responsible Travel.

Tom Aussems 10/18/21 Tom Aussems 10/18/21

Are We Doing Vacations Wrong?

Radicalize your travel by being a better guest in someone else’s homeland, Bani Amor from YES! Magazine suggests.

Tom Aussems 10/14/21 Tom Aussems 10/14/21

Eco-friendly vehicles offer quieter, cleaner safaris in Kenyan reserve

Gone is the noise and emissions of the traditional gas-guzzling safari vehicles in Kenya's Maasai Mara. Nairobi-based Opibus is converting the 4x4 vehicles to offer tourists a more eco-friendly and quiet experience, Monicah Mwangi from Reuters reports.

Tom Aussems 10/11/21 Tom Aussems 10/11/21

Unexpected traditions protected by UNESCO

[…]. In 2008, UNESCO decided to expand its reach and created a List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The list includes performing arts, rituals, traditions, social practices, knowledge, and crafts. But it goes well beyond festivals and dances. Rachelle Pretto from Travel Tomorrow shares 10 curious traditions inscribed on the [list].

Tom Aussems 10/7/21 Tom Aussems 10/7/21

Community development through tourism in Northeast-Uganda

Through sustainable tourism, Kara-Tunga aims to improve livelihoods of the indigenous communities and preserve cultural heritage in the Karamoja region.

Tom Aussems 10/4/21 Tom Aussems 10/4/21

10 Sustainable Initiatives in Germany

The government of Germany is doing a lot to ensure Earth will continue to be a good place to live. The most innovative sustainable initiatives are started by entrepreneurs though. Spotted by Locals compiled a list of the cool privately-owned initiatives that support the goals of sustainability.

Tom Aussems 9/30/21 Tom Aussems 9/30/21

Decolonizing Travel: Going Ethically to Under-Resourced Countries

Traveling is more at our reach than ever, and while we can all agree on the positive aspects of that, it also makes it necessary to place real thought onto our privileges and duties as travelers, says Mavi Parra from Passion Passport.

Tom Aussems 9/20/21 Tom Aussems 9/20/21

Europe’s Creative Cities Focus On Sustainability

European cities have long lured travelers for their rich history and culture, but in recent years, creative innovation is another draw, says Mary Winston Nicklin from Travel Agent Central. A prime example? An increasing focus on sustainability across the continent.

Tom Aussems 9/16/21 Tom Aussems 9/16/21

How Tourism is Empowering Local Women in Modern Mongolia

Stuart Kenny, author at Much Better Adventures, explains how local women in Mongolia are finding confidence, financial security and a love of hiking by guiding international travellers.

Tom Aussems 9/13/21 Tom Aussems 9/13/21

Meet the Travel Company Lifting Up Local Businesses

Over the pandemic, says Emily Buder from Here Magazine, entrepreneurs Alexis Bowen and Craig Zapatka co-founded Elsewhere, a new travel company that puts destination welfare and authentic experiences first.

Tom Aussems 9/9/21 Tom Aussems 9/9/21

Ways to Support Small Businesses When You Travel

As travel transitions from wanderlust wishes to booked flights, we have an opportunity to make a difference simply by the way we plan our trips. In all corners of the world, businesses have been hit with pandemic-related revenue losses […]. The good news, says Kristin Braswell from AFAR, is that we can help.

Tom Aussems 9/6/21 Tom Aussems 9/6/21

Wildlife economies: What are they and how do they impact conservation?

An analysis of COVID-19’s impact on conservation […] is not complete without considering the economic ramifications this pandemic has on the wildlife, wild lands, and people who […] are financially reliant on the tourism industry. African Wildlife Foundation’s CEO Kaddu Sebunya sat down to discuss the […] consequences brought by COVID-19 and the sudden drop in tourism. […].

Tom Aussems 9/2/21 Tom Aussems 9/2/21

Airbnb [and] UNESCO Partner [up] to Promote Cultural Tourism – Starting in Mexico

According to Sustainable Brands, the initiative will promote destinations and experiences outside the traditional tourist circuit – engaging local tourist communities, integrating the creative and cultural sector into local tourism value chains, and contributing to the development of responsible tourism.

Guest User 9/1/21 Guest User 9/1/21

How the EU is killing the travel industry

The Dutch travel industry is in danger of collapsing, but corona is not directly to blame. The real culprit is the European Package Travel Directive.

Tom Aussems 8/29/21 Tom Aussems 8/29/21

Lost and found. Restoring human connections through travel

While half the world’s population is connected to the internet, few of us are still connected to each other. Here at Leisure Lab we believe that travelers play a vital role in restoring that connection. This is why.

Tom Aussems 8/26/21 Tom Aussems 8/26/21

Post-Covid, Safari Companies Rethink Who Should Stay at Their Lodges

Some operators are turning the classic business model on its head in hopes of increasing margins and better funding their conservation work. But doing so is a risky move all its own, says Mary Holland from Bloomberg.

Tom Aussems 8/23/21 Tom Aussems 8/23/21

Carving Space for More Black Surfers

Following [a] racist incident [off Manhattan Beach in Los Angeles], [surf-and-arts collective] Black Sand hosted a Peace Paddle to reset the tone and show the surfing community that peace and inclusivity are the best ways to combat hate. This report by Malik Peay was published by Patagonia.

Tom Aussems 8/19/21 Tom Aussems 8/19/21

How Do I Know If a Tour Company Actually Supports Local Communities?

In [their] Ethical Traveler advice column, [Condé Nast Traveler tackles] the tricky moral dilemmas and questions that arise when traveling during a pandemic.

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