Category: Socio-economic issues

Crowdfunding campaign turns private beach into national park

New Zealanders buy up beautiful coastal spot and turn it into a park for everyone's enjoyment

In boycott of Burmese ‘Long Neck’ women, who wins?

Community-based tourism shouldn’t be judged merely by ‘how much money do they make’ – it should be about exchanges, learning, and respectful interactions with different cultures.

German tourism firms in new jobs initiative to support refugees

Nearly 40 companies, including several travel and tourism firms, have launched a joint initiative to offer jobs, training courses and support for refugees in Germany.

Tourism, terrorism and a culture of welcome

Whereas tourism faces its hitherto farthest-reaching challenge as the world's leading “peace industry,” terrorism tries to impose its sinister ideas through violence, atrocities, and war.

Italy will limit visitor numbers in Cinque Terre

Around 15 years ago, the destination was a hole in the wall. This year, the park will limit the number to just 1.5 million – which is still a large number.

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