194 articles tagged with sustainable tourism
Standing on the weathered wooden jetty extending from Speightstown's historic waterfront, I watched fishermen bring in their morning catch as the Caribbean sun painted the sky in hues of amber reminiscent of home. *¡Qué belleza!* The northern coast of Barbados...
The journey from the lowest point on Earth to one of its most spiritually elevated cities is more than just a geographical transition—it's a soul-stirring pilgrimage that deserves to be savored. Last fall, I spent a week navigating the stark...
The moment my feet touched down on Bonaire's sun-baked tarmac, I felt that familiar tingle of anticipation. Not for the postcard-perfect beaches or world-renowned diving spots that draw most travelers to this Dutch Caribbean island, but for what lies beneath...
The rhythm of crashing waves has always been my favorite melody – a natural soundtrack that follows me from my childhood fishing trips in the Gulf of Mexico to my current life producing music in Rio. But there's something particularly...
G'day adventure seekers! If you've landed here, you're probably itching to experience the magic of Machu Picchu but keen to dodge the conga line of tourists on the classic Inca Trail. After my third visit to Peru (yes, I'm properly...
The scent of saffron and rosewater drifted through the courtyard as I sipped my morning tea, watching the soft autumn light play across intricate Persian tiles. Tehran—a city of contrasts where ancient traditions blend with metropolitan energy—demands accommodations that tell...
There's a profound silence that accompanies extreme cold—a stillness where you can almost hear the crystalline structure of ice expanding around you. As someone who has spent decades studying how environments affect our wellbeing, I've long been fascinated by the...
When most people think of Rio de Janeiro, images of golden sand beaches and samba dancers immediately come to mind. But during my recent winter visit to this vibrant Brazilian metropolis, I discovered that Rio's true magic extends far beyond...
Santa Marta sits at a fascinating geographical crossroads where the Caribbean Sea kisses the foothills of Colombia's Sierra Nevada mountains. This juxtaposition creates not just stunning landscapes but a remarkable ecological gradient that has captivated me since my first research...
Standing before the crystalline façade of Sweden's legendary Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi, I'm reminded that the most profound architectural experiences often emerge from embracing impermanence. As a landscape architect who has spent decades studying how environments influence our wellbeing, I...
Standing on the deck of a ferry cutting through the Baltic Sea's glimmering waters, I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder as islands materialized on the horizon—some barren and rocky, others lush with pine forests or dotted with...
During my twenty years coordinating corporate retreats across five continents, I've developed a particular appreciation for destinations that balance exclusivity with authentic experiences. Fernando de Noronha—Brazil's volcanic archipelago floating 220 miles off the northeastern coast—stands unrivaled in this category. Last...
The data doesn't lie—some of Earth's most fascinating adventure landscapes exist at the intersection of ancient craftsmanship and rugged wilderness. As someone who's spent years collecting environmental datasets in remote regions, I've developed an algorithm of sorts for identifying these...
The moment my feet touched Lamu's shore, time seemed to fold in on itself. No cars, just the gentle clip-clop of donkeys' hooves against centuries-old pathways and the rhythmic call to prayer floating across the Indian Ocean breeze. As someone...
The morning mist clings to the volcanic peaks surrounding Lake Atitlan like a ship's sails catching the first breeze of day. I've navigated many waters in my 62 years—from municipal budget spreadsheets in Riverside to the coral reefs of Southeast...
