Understanding Plant Blindness: Why It Matters and How can we address It
Plants are fundamental to life on earth, acting as the bridge between the physical and biological worlds by harnessing solar energy. Despite this, people often under appreciate plants compared to animals. This phenomenon, known as plant blindness, is the inability to notice plants or recognize their vital role in sustaining life. First coined in 1998 […]
The Crucial Role of Sustainable Travel in Preserving the Amazon Rainforest
The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the “heart of the Earth,” is a vital ecosystem that plays a critical role in maintaining global climate stability and supporting a vast array of biodiversity. However, this invaluable natural treasure is facing unprecedented threats due to deforestation, illegal logging and unsustainable practices. In this context, sustainable travel […]
What is regenerative travel?
More and more frequently we hear about regenerative travel, but what is it? Regenerative travel is a concept that emphasizes the positive impact of travel on the environment, local communities and cultural heritage. It involves taking steps to restore and regenerate natural ecosystems and cultural heritage sites, while providing economic and social benefits […]
Seven interesting predictions for creative reconstruction in 2023
Booking.com has recently released its most comprehensive survey of travel trends. According to Booking: ‘if 2022 was about the triumphant return of travel, 2023 will be about creatively reimagining it amidst the chaos. Nothing will be out of the question, and everything is on the “menu”, as everyone is looking to find the right […]
Ecotourism is the answer
Media refer to overtourism, as if it came from the concept of travel (even if it is just a small part of it). But it’s not true. Overtourism is totally unsustainable and we should take care of it. Unfortunately, policy responses are, sometimes, as inconsidered as the problem they are meant to solve. Overtourism does […]
