In the carrot-versus-stick debate, fees and fines have dominated the conversation. But some destinations’ new policies aim to reward tourists who behave responsibly.
Category: Eco-Tourism
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In Germany, a Tournament Runs Smoothly, but the Trains Do Not
Sweltering train cars, frequent delays and regular cancellations: At the Euro 2024 men’s soccer tournament, Germany’s faltering rail system emerges as a tough opponent.
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Global Hot Spots Take Aim at Overtourism
From Barcelona to Bali, higher fees and new rules are targeting overtourism and unruly behavior. Some locals are worried the changes will keep tourists away.
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Meet the Marine Biologist Who Works for a Hotel Chain
Megan Morikawa of the Iberostar Group is applying science — and scale — to eliminate food waste, save coral and collaborate across the travel industry to cut carbon.
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In the Caribbean, Mangroves Draw Visitors in Search of Wildlife and Quiet
On Curaçao, visitors can explore the trees’ habitat, where colorful birds roost on tangled branches and trunks, and small paths through the greenery beckon.
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Vacation Rentals: How to Make Your Stay Sustainable
Tips on finding a sustainable short-term rental, what you can do to conserve energy and getting involved in the community.
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5 Retreats to Reconnect With Nature
From the Columbia River Gorge to the Chesapeake Bay, these retreats provide educational and volunteer experiences for travelers not only wanting to reconnect with nature, but to give back.
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Protecting the Ancient Beech Trees of Romania
In Romania, a walk in the woods blossomed into a mission to safeguard centuries-old beeches and the history that shaped them.
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A Tribal-Led Effort to Protect Marine Life in California Faces Headwinds
The proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary could create a new model for Native co-management of public lands. But the sanctuary faces headwinds with a last-minute boundary change to accommodate a wind farm.
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Move Over, Machu Picchu: There’s More to See in Peru
In recent years, Peru has engaged in a grass-roots effort to elevate Huchuy Qosqo, Waqrapukara and other archaeological sites that are just as well preserved or culturally significant as Machu Picchu itself.