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Burning Issues
These articles address specific, critical issues in tourism.
Burning Issues
What Solo Travelling in a Wheelchair Means to Me… Ironically, It’s Like a Marathon
There’s more to travel for a wheelchair user than just clicking and booking a package holiday… but this can also mean truly unique experiences.
Global 3 Minutes Read
Burning Issues
A Better Future is Possible for the Bears of Brooks Falls
As tourism numbers continue to climb at this Alaskan haven for wildlife, what impact does this popularity have on the fragile ecosystem?
USA 7 Minutes Read
Burning Issues
Entering the Circle for an Authentic Travel Experience
As travellers increasingly demand more real, grassroots experiences, authentic cultural representation has become even more important.
6 Minutes Read
Burning Issues
Navigating the Crossroads: Reconsidering Synthetic Prayer Flags on Everest
Hung in devotion and intended as a symbol of victory, instead synthetic prayer flags are a cause of pollution, clashing with Buddhist environmental ethics.
Nepal 4 Minutes Read
Burning Issues
Most Global Wellness Retreats Need a Makeover
Wellness tourism may sound good on paper, but without principles in place even well-intentioned retreats can do more harm than good.
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