Many countries around the world are making a strong effort to promote sustainable tourism.
Greece, Denmark, Germany, China, Portugal, Bhutan, Singapore, and South Korea Set the Standard for Sustainable Tourism in 2025, With Green Travel Practices That Benefit Both Locals and Tourists
Greece, Denmark, Germany, China, Portugal, Bhutan, Singapore, and South Korea are not just participating in sustainable tourism—they are setting the benchmark for the industry.
A PARADISE Mediterranean island has had a fall from grace after it became a rat-infested, litter-strewn “disaster zone”. Comino, a tiny outcrop off the coast of Malta famous for its tur…
The effects of over-tourism can be dramatic for many places around the world. To ensure the Faroe Islands stay unaffected by tourism, volunteers were invited to repair and future proof tourist spots.
Check out this story about locals in the Canary Islands who have been protesting against foreign tourism, claiming it is causing the island to collapse.
Canary Islands warning of ‘crisis’ as protestors warn of ‘collapse’
The 21-page report, “‘We Still Haven’t Recovered’: Local Communities Harmed by Reclamation Projects in the Maldives,” documents how the Maldives government has failed to consult local communities ahead of development projects, heed environmental impact assessment (EIA) mitigation requireme... Read more
Destinations and attractions are investing in virtual and augmented reality technologies to drive interest and foot traffic to historical attractions. Destinations and attractions are investing in virtual and augmented reality technologies to drive interest and foot traffic to historical attractions... Read more
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From 3D models to virtual reality headsets and android robots, Ocean takes a deep dive into European projects using technology to forge a stronger connection between the public and our underwater cultural heritage. #Ocean
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Space tourism companies such as Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic and SpaceX rely on rockets. Others plan to use balloons to take travelers into the stratosphere.
Florida company Space Perspective plans to fly passengers to the edge of space in a pressurized capsule suspended from a balloon, and tickets can now be reserved for $125,000 a pop. But is it all hot air?
WOW. I want to go back to Rome and Egypt now, to see all the things I missed. This would be so much better than guided tours. Gonna be big. Yes, someone should start the company that rents them out and adds information to 3d maps of popular tourist spot – or better – important historical locations.
How Augmented Reality (AR) is Revolutionising the Travel Industry
We've trawled Europe, picking the brains of anyone and everyone to uncover those sacred holiday hotspots that only the locals seem to know about. And now we're going to be in trouble.
One thing that basically every tourist immediately notices is the large number of vending machines in Japan. They’re at every station, in every building, and you’ll practically stumble upon a vending machine no matter where you’re going, even in the countryside.
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Visitors to the city centre can now access brand new touchscreen points to get up to the minute travel information, following a move by Cardiff Council and the Welsh Government to create a sustainable transport system in Cardiff. The outdoor screens provide information and advice on bus services, ta... Read more
still just a concept but won’t be long til this idea comes to life in our cities. its a way to get advertising bucks, so just you try to stop it.
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Eco-friendly tourism is certainly achievable. Check out these beautiful villages in India with zero-waste policies.
Other destinations are taking a different approach, rewarding tourists instead of fining them for good behaviour.
Some countries have introduced tourist taxes to encourage sustainable tourism.
Many countries around the world are making a strong effort to promote sustainable tourism.
Overtourism and the resulting environmental damage is turning into public outrage in several tourist hotspots.
Tourism is a ticking time bomb; it can turn any beautiful place in the world into a disaster.
Check out this yacht that comes with an underwater pod!
This is a cool way to explore and experience the beauty of the seas and oceans.
It’s been done already.
Hawaii has introduced a climate tax on tourists that will be used to preserve the island.
Some islands are finding a balance by using income from tourism to rehabilitate the environment.
Check out this story about locals in the Canary Islands who have been protesting against foreign tourism, claiming it is causing the island to collapse.
Overtourism in islands can also endanger exotic animals
Overtourism has caused huge devastation to some of the most beautiful islands in the world.
VR technology is amazing! You can use it to explore destinations that you would have otherwise been unable to visit in your lifetime.
Check this out! Despite limited space for tourism, Singapore is using VR and AR to market itself as a top tourist destination.
https://www.theregister.com/2023/07/19/singapore_ar_tourism/
The potential of virtual and augmented reality technology is unlimited; for example, they can help bring historical tourism to life.
Virtual reality technology can make tourism accessible and enjoyable to people with disabilities.
VR tourism is not just convenient for people unable to travel; it is eco-friendly too!
https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/07/25/photogrammetry-virtual-reality-and-ecotourism-exploring-and-preserving-our-underwater-heri
The virtual reality tourism sector is booming and could very well overtake real-life tourism in a few decades.
Check out this news article on how to use an e-Sim when travelling, turning your smartphone into a reliable hotspot device.
https://edition.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/reviews/airalo-esim
Here’s one from Amazon.
That is an excellent idea. A reliable internet connection is vital when travelling, especially if you plan on working or vlogging.
Check out this company researching flights into space using ballons https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/13/space-tourism-firms-plan-to-use-balloons-to-go-to-space-in-2024.html
You can get a ride to the edge of space in a hot air balloon. However, it comes at one hefty price tag
Virgin Galactic is one of the several companies currently researching commercial space flights. Seems like they are getting closer every year!
WOW. I want to go back to Rome and Egypt now, to see all the things I missed. This would be so much better than guided tours. Gonna be big. Yes, someone should start the company that rents them out and adds information to 3d maps of popular tourist spot – or better – important historical locations.
Japan will do it first. Page 24 of this pdf gives some ideas on how AR can improve the travel sector.
After covid, I wonder how many families just immerse themselves in VR or AR rather than get out into the open and see new REAL things?
Good idea, but hush
Too much information – the internet has a lot to answer for tbh.
Japan has these, well, a few million of them.
They have someithing similar already for travel info in Cardiff.
still just a concept but won’t be long til this idea comes to life in our cities. its a way to get advertising bucks, so just you try to stop it.
There’s a vending machine in Dubai where you can buy gold bars
Good idea. These airport machines sell crafts made by locals, Saw one like it on holiday.