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Tourism Cares launches the “Get on the Map” campaign, promoting sustainable tourism 

Tourism Cares launches the “Get on the Map” campaign in October 2024, promoting sustainable tourism and offering free virtual consultations.

How polar bear tourism adapts to the climate change?

This remote town relies on polar bear tourism - but it’s having to adapt as the climate heats up.

The ecotourism market is projected to grow to $829.8 billion by 2035

The ecotourism market, valued at $210.4 billion in 2023, is projected to grow to $829.8 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 11.7%.

Samara Karoo Reserve is launching a cheetah-tracking package

Samara Karoo Reserve, a Big Five game reserve in South Africa's Eastern Cape, is launching a Cheetah Trail experience in September.

Preserving architectural heritage in Shikoku

Shikoku Tours is based on the island of Shikoku, the smallest and least developed of Japan’s four main islands. Japan is notoriously experiencing depopulation, the effects of which are particularly evident in rural regions like Shikoku.

Wonderful Copenhagen launches initiative to promote sustainable visitor behavior

Wonderful Copenhagen, the Danish capital's tourism organization, has unveiled an initiative to get visitors to act more sustainably.

Romanian wild bears relocated amid increased sightings

Authorities plan to relocate nearly 30 bears to the Zărnești Sanctuary following a Euronews report on rising bear encounters.

The Masai Mara National Game Reserve bans private vehicles

The Masai Mara National Game Reserve in southwestern Kenya has placed a ban on private vehicles within its boundaries. This move, aimed at preserving the reserve's delicate ecosystem and ensuring sustainable tourism, is a step toward curbing overtourism in the region.

Portugal launches world’s longest circular hiking route to combat overtourism

Portugal’s tourist hotspots are overwhelmed with visitors. A new hiking trail aims to restore balance. Plans are afoot to create the world’s longest circular hiking route, the 3,000 km Palmilhar Portugal (Walking Portugal).

Intrepid launches sustainable rail trips

Intrepid Travel has launched a new range of trips dedicated to rail travel to promote slower, more sustainable travel.

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