The Canary Islands are, without a doubt, a privileged natural harbour. One of the most important sites in this treasured environment is the Nublo Rural Park, which houses the Integral Inagua Reserve and the Nublo Roque Natural Monument. This location represents the second most important volcanic landscape in the world after Iceland. So with all these features, Tejeda, the town […]
Mountain gorillas are one of the most amazing species in the world with unique facts that have remained unknown even to those that have visited them before in the wild. 1. Rare Majesty According to the latest mountain gorilla census conducted in 2018, there are about 1,063 individuals in the wild. They are found in only two locations in the […]
Planet Earth has been here since forever and humans have explored pretty much every square inch of the land areas. It is probably safe to say that we have seen all that the world could show, accepted everything the world will give, and taken anything the world provided. Some people have seen natural wonders of the world; even for those […]
Ireland is a country of contrasts- it has both brains and beauty. Of course, it is well known for its green landscapes and beautiful villages, where life remains much as it did hundreds of years ago- but there are cities like Dublin and Cork that can compete with major cities of the world. The locals are friendly in Ireland, and […]
Asia is the largest continent on earth with huge cultural diversities. Not all the Asians speak the same language nor do they pray to the same God. But Asia is one continent that binds different cultures together. The Asian cities show similarities in architecture, culture, cuisines and festivals. It’s made rather clear and understandable while touring the Asian cities. Participate […]
As the topic of climate change and eco-friendliness is being discussed more than ever, it’s hard to believe many of us continue to be wasteful in our own homes. The average household wastes more than you may think. In 2018, recycling rates have fallen for 14 million homes and we are producing 23.6m tonnes of waste. The average amount of […]
Nearly 30 journalists have convened in Kasane, Botswana to debate the role of the media in advocating sustainable tourism and wildlife conservation as its major asset. The event is part of the UNWTO/Chimelong Programme that promotes wildlife as key driver of tourism development. International and local journalists from renowned media outlets* have completed a media training workshop in Kasane, Botswana, […]
The great apes living in central and east African rain forests include the mountain gorilla, two species of chimpanzees, the eastern lowland gorilla, the western lowland gorillas, the cross river gorilla and the Bonobo. These have been faced with cruel human threats since their first scientific discovery in 1902 including poaching for bush meat, habitat loss due to encroachment, civil […]
With the summer holidays around the corner in the northern hemisphere, many of us are already dreaming about discovering new places, taste new dishes and enjoy the local culture of our next vacation spot. In the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development 2017, whether your trip takes you to a tropical beach, a bustling city or a tranquil village, […]
“Towards more Sustainable Destinations” – Following the GSTC Criteria, management, marketing and awareness of sustainable destinations will be the key themes at the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference, GSTC2017. GSTC2017 will include international and domestic tourism stakeholders involved in the development and promotion of sustainable tourism; including public sector, hotels, tour operators, academia, development agencies, NGOs, consultants, and more. A mixture […]