How do you measure nature?
In March 2023, the river Vjosa was officially made a national park. It is the latest in a string of new protected areas around the world – part of an international movement supported by the World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) and the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Who owns nature?
From 1960 to 1995, black rhinos were massacred for them. Africa’s rhino population is estimated to have dropped from at least 65,000 in the middle of the century to just a few hundred by its end. For a while, extinction felt inevitable. Now – slowly – that’s starting to change.
Antwerp - A Visit to Belgium’s ‘Hidden Diamond’
A perfect day in Madrid
Don’t follow the crowds: discovering Community Conscious Travel in Italy
In the early 1920s, Italy had fewer than a million international arrivals each year. By 2000, it was over 60 million. At its peak, almost 100 million people visited Italy in 2019, and tourism was more than 10% of the country’s economy. “Italy just has so much to offer,” says Andrea Grisdale, chief executive of Italian Connection Bellagio. “It’s all about the people”.
Travelling with Pride
LGBT+ travel is not only a means for exploration and leisure; it has become an influential market within the Travel & Tourism industry. As societal acceptance and equality continue to advance, LGBT+ people are increasingly comfortable expressing their identities openly, including during their travels.
Solo travel: joining an organised group trip
Victoria shares her top tips for solo travel.
WTTC local guide: My perfect day at home in Buenos Aires
The city is called 'The Paris of South America' not only because of its European architecture, which came from the massive immigration we had in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, mostly from Spain, Italy, and France, but also because of its 'Bon Vivant' lifestyle.
The perfect time to visit Italy
Italy has been a consistently popular destination for what seems like decades. With draws such as authentic cuisine, stunning scenery, charming locals and endless history, one could see why it wouldn’t be challenging to remain at the top of most people’s travel to-do lists.
Revel in Rwanda’s rich culture and brimming wildlife
Rwanda’s rich culture, wildlife-filled national parks and endless nature-focused adventures are just waiting to be discovered by you!
Practical travel advice for visiting Rwanda
Visiting Rwanda is the experience of a lifetime. You can count on a warm welcome and dramatic scenery. Rwanda is known as the land of a thousand hills, rich in biodiversity and wildlife living throughout its volcanoes, montane rainforest, and sweeping plains. Travellers come from far and wide to glimpse the magnificent gorillas, but there is so much more to see and experience.
Mental health and wellness guide for the solo traveller
Are you someone that has never dared to dine alone or buy a cinema ticket for one? If so, you might be wondering, “How can I go to an entire country on my own??” Well, you can.
The perfect weekend cycle using London’s Quietways
London’s cycle Quietways almost feels like a treasured secret and therefore, many Londoners are seemingly unaware of their existence. The Q2 spans 14 km, beginning in Clerkenwell and concluding in Walthamstow, and offers a multitude of delicious eateries, sites and parks to visit along your journey.
Travelling in Harmony with Nature through Peru
Peru is increasingly becoming known as the gleaming jewel in Latin America’s crown, and this is easy to see when you consider the breadth of beauty in this enchanting country.
A local guide to 3 perfect days in San Francisco
Three SF locals have curated their “perfect day” local neighbourhood guide to the best San Francisco has to offer, complete with the best local tips, shopping, sights and most importantly - food.
7 perfect stops for a west of Ireland trip
The west of Ireland is the perfect place to disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself. Often, you’ll find you’re the only person on the beach for miles. Harsh weather and landscapes only add to the atmosphere of the trip, and if you’re lucky enough to experience the west of Ireland in the sun, you’re in for a real treat.
How to make your trip smoother in the face of staff shortages
The effects of staff shortages in Travel & Tourism can be felt across the globe. What can travellers and consumers do to combat the challenges and help to support the backbone of the Travel & Tourism sector – the staff and the communities they live in?
An eco-adventure through Puerto Rico
From bioluminescent bays to its soaring rainforest, Puerto Rico offers an abundance of natural treasures.
Rediscovering Travel: Valencia, Spain
A visit to Spain is always a good idea. A visit to Valencia, even better! Whether it’s sun, sand or sangria you’re after, this vibrant destination should be at the top of your list. Additionally, Valencia’s recent drive to ensure sustainability in tourism places this Spanish city at the forefront of conscious travel. Win, win!
Rediscovering Travel: Tofino, Vancouver Island
Reaching Tofino is an adventure in itself. The first time I visited the town, I travelled there from Vancouver, a journey of seven hours over land and sea. A ferry carried me and my old Saturn car from Horseshoe Bay, in West Vancouver, across the Georgia Strait.