Category: Socio-economic issues

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).

What queer families seek in travel?

Queer families are a distinct and growing subset of the LGBTQ+ community. Like all families, they come in many forms and have diverse needs and concerns when traveling.

Barcelona grapples with tourism future as rain eases drought

As Barcelona exits its almost four-year-long drought, the aftermath has left many tough questions about the realities of water management and mass tourism.

Swiss village mulls Venice-style entry fee for car visitors

Lauterbrunnen is a bucolic mountain village set in the natural scenic splendour of the Alps. Visitors now come in their droves, and the 2,400-resident-strong hamlet is struggling to cope.

Rising demand for female tour guides faces barriers in Jordan

‘Islam does not have to limit you’: Meet the female guides changing the face of tourism in Jordan.

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