All articles tagged with #responsible travel
Originally Published 6 months ago — by USA Today
Bad Bunny's concert residency in Puerto Rico has significantly boosted tourism, prompting efforts to promote responsible and sustainable travel, educate visitors about local culture, and decentralize tourism to protect the island's environment and heritage.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Telegraph
Iceland's Fagradalsfjall volcano has attracted over 680,000 tourists since its eruption, leading to concerns over safety as visitors engage in risky behavior such as running over steaming lava vents with drones. While volcano tourism can be thrilling, it also poses real dangers, and responsible travel is essential to ensure safety. Organized tours with qualified guides and adherence to official warnings are crucial for a safer experience, as the unpredictable nature of volcanoes demands respect and caution.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
As Maui reopens for tourism, responsible visitors are encouraged to support local businesses. Here are five locally owned hotels to consider for a unique and intimate experience on the island: 1) Inn at Mama's Fish House, situated on Maui's quiet North Shore; 2) Hana Inn, offering lush landscapes and proximity to waterfalls and black sand beaches in Hana; 3) Kula Lodge, a historic accommodation with sweeping views of Maui's mountains; 4) Hooilo House Bed and Breakfast, tucked into the mountains of West Maui and minutes from the beaches; 5) Paia Inn, a boutique hotel in the central hub of Maui's North Shore with contemporary chic guest rooms and a private outdoor beach lounge.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Amsterdam is launching a new campaign aimed at curbing tourism-induced "nuisance and overcrowding" and building a more responsible visitor economy by 2035. The campaign's new rules will impact some of the top tourist attractions: the Red Light District, river cruises, pub crawls and coffee shops. The city seeks to shine the spotlight on its cultural wealth, like historic canals and museums, and is actively discouraging visitors planning to "go wild" not to come. The new rules will be implemented in mid-May, and the overarching rebranding of Amsterdam's visitor economy will take place over the next 12 years by 2035.