20
May
How space tourism could help save planet Earth
A new perspective might inspire people to view our planet with more care.
20
May
How space tourism could help save planet Earth
A new perspective might inspire people to view our planet with more care.
24
Apr
Is the tourism industry helping great apes?
In a controversial new book, primatologist Craig Stanford reveals the economics of conservation.
18
Apr
Was the Loch Ness Monster invented to boost tourism? A new study investigates
An academic notes that many of the reported sightings have come from cafe and hotel proprietors.
25
Oct
Travelers have a couple of options when trying to avoid tourist traffic jams. They can head to a remote, not-yet-popular destination before it is discovered by travel bloggers and guidebook authors. Another, perhaps more feasible and convenient option, is to go to a popular place during the non-peak season. The trick is to find the window of time when good weather, lack of crowds and low prices combine to create the perfect vacation experience.
7 must-see places to visit in the off season
10
Sep
India’s Supreme Court bans tiger tourism in the name of conservation
In an effort to protect breeding zones, preserves once open to eco-tourism have been shut down. Critics say it’s a misguided effort likely to backfire.
10
Aug
Visitors flock to Italy luxury liner wreck
Tourists are visiting the wreck of the luxury cruise liner Costa Concordia, which ran aground off Giglio Island on Jan. 13, killing 32 people.
08
Jun
Slum tourism’ treads between aid and exploitation
Some say it raises awareness and brings aid to the destitute of the city, but critics say poverty should not be a tourist attraction.
