The costs of the pandemic and restrictions on economies, livelihoods and the environment have been very high. This article focusing on the example of Nepal suggests that recovery needs to achieve the dual goals of economic revival and ecosystem restoration. Here, investments in forestry and nature-based tourism can help.
By leveraging Colombia’s extraordinary biodiversity, there is a considerable opportunity for the development of Colombia’s ecotourism subsector. Ecotourism has the potential to provide alternatives to coca production and new livelihood options for former militants. However, it is essential this is developed alongside infrastructure projects and social schemes.
The pandemic has spurred the implementation of crowd management measures at Machu Picchu, the 15th century Incan archaeological site that has traditionally been marred by issues related over-tourism. The new hourly quota system and limit to group sizes now look here to stay, along with predetermined paths that visitors must follow.
For cities around the world, the pandemic has seen them emptied of tourists. Now some in Europe want to make sure they don’t come back in quite the same numbers as before. However, for curated tourism to have a chance, the hospitality sector must be on board.
The announcement of new additions to the UNESCO list can be a cause for excitement, but 2021’s
has been more dramatic than most. With all the fuss around who will make the cut and who won't, there's one question that hasn't been answered: Does UNESCO designation really make a difference with travellers?
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray unveils Arcadia by Amala, an intimate dining experience where the rich traditions of Indian cuisine are reimagined through artistic storytelling and sustainable practices.
