189 articles tagged with sustainable tourism
The Kalahari stretches before me like a living, breathing entity – not the barren wasteland many imagine, but a complex ecosystem pulsing with life adapted to some of Earth's harshest conditions. As a conservation scientist, I've studied desert ecosystems theoretically,...
The transition from the acacia-dotted savannas of Tanzania to the azure waters of the Philippine archipelago represents more than just a geographic shift—it's a journey through contrasting ecosystems that share surprising ecological parallels. As a marine biologist with a penchant...
There's something wildly satisfying about tracing the geological continuity from the Alps to the Arctic—like connecting distant cousins at a family reunion. Last summer, I traded my snowboard for hiking boots and embarked on a two-week cultural expedition from Austria's...
The first time I set foot in Mesa, I was struck by how the winter sunlight painted the Superstition Mountains in hues I'd never captured before—soft ambers and deep purples that seemed to shift with each passing cloud. While most...
When most travelers think of Mombasa, images of white-sand beaches and turquoise waters immediately come to mind. But during my recent diplomatic assignment in Kenya, I discovered that this coastal paradise offers far more than just picture-perfect postcards and lazy...
The moment my dusty boots crossed the threshold of my first Dolisie guesthouse, I knew this overlooked Congolese city would redefine my understanding of hospitality. Nestled between the Mayombe mountains and the vast equatorial forests, Dolisie serves as both gateway...
As someone who spends her days assessing environmental impacts of various projects around the world, I've developed a particular appreciation for innovations that blend sustainability with extraordinary experiences. Sweden's iconic ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi represents exactly this fascinating intersection. When a...
At 64, I've traversed six continents and navigated financial markets through multiple recessions, yet nothing quite prepared me for the profound complexity of traveling the Congo River to Kisangani. This journey isn't merely geographic—it's a passage through layers of history,...
There's something deeply satisfying about exploring a waterfront city without the constraints of a car. East Providence—Rhode Island's often overlooked gem—reveals itself differently when experienced at a human pace. After years of designing spaces that people rush through, I've developed...
Landing at Paro International Airport feels like stepping into another dimension. As the plane descended between towering Himalayan peaks, I couldn't help but analyze how Bhutan's unique development policies have shaped this nation's relationship with tourism and commerce. My weekend...
The largest of the Greek islands isn't just a Mediterranean paradise of stunning beaches and ancient ruins – it's a microcosm of ecological diversity that continues to captivate me as both an environmental scientist and luxury traveler. My first visit...
After three decades navigating the corridors of urban planning and policy development, I've developed a particular appreciation for spaces where governance, conservation, and tourism intersect harmoniously. The Lower Zambezi National Park in Zambia represents such a triumph—a masterclass in sustainable...
As an anthropologist who studies mountain communities adapting to climate change, my research frequently takes me to the world's most spectacular highland regions. Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas, nestled between Cusco and Machu Picchu, represents one of humanity's most...
The humid air clung to my skin as I stepped off the plane in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau's capital city. A place where most Americans never venture, yet here I was—solo, determined, and admittedly a bit nervous. After years of representing clients...
There's something profoundly transformative about contrasting landscapes—particularly when they showcase nature's most spectacular extremes. After decades of business travel across six continents, I've developed a particular appreciation for itineraries that blend diverse ecosystems within a single journey. My recent expedition...