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Half of air travel emissions are caused by 1% of the world’s populationNov 19, 2020 • 2 min read
A new study has found that a minor share of air travelers is responsible for a large share of emissions.
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national parksEngland plans to create more national parks and areas of natural beautyNov 19, 2020 • 2 min read
It aims to increase access to nature for communities and better protect the country’s rich wildlife and biodiversity.
sustainable travelThe world's most remote island is now the Atlantic's largest marine parkNov 18, 2020 • 2 min read
In a massive win for conservation, the tiny island of Tristan da Cunha is creating a marine protection zone.
national parksThis Rwandan national park and biosphere reserve is opening to primate trekkingNov 18, 2020 • 2 min read
Forest of Hope Guest House and Camp Site will open at Gishwati-Mukura National Park in Rwanda later this year.
historyMotorway tunnel under historic Stonehenge gets green light despite backlashNov 18, 2020 • 3 min read
The British Government has given the go-ahead for a controversial tunnel to be built near Stonehenge, leading to concern from campaigners.
sustainable travelThe simple way Barcelona is making the city more pedestrian-friendlyNov 18, 2020 • 2 min read
Most of the streets through central Barcelona will be car-free in the next decade, according to a new plan from the city government.
historyThis ghost town in Western Australia could become an eco-tourism destinationNov 18, 2020 • 1 min read
A ghost town in Australia could get a fresh breath of life as the state government looks to turn it into a new eco-tourism destination. The abandoned town…
digital nomadGet a dream job testing out luxury beds for five-star hotels in EnglandNov 17, 2020 • 1 min read
Tielle Love Luxury is looking for a 'five-star bed tester' to spend the night in some of the country’s best hotels.
The news of COVID-19 vaccine success is causing a spike in travel searchesNov 17, 2020 • 2 min read
People in the travel industry have reported a spike in interest following the announcement of two successful vaccines.
air travelIs MOM Air, a new and familiar-looking budget airline, for real?Nov 17, 2020 • 2 min read
A brand new budget airline based in Iceland looks to be filling the shoes of WOW Air, which went bankrupt in 2019 and stranded thousands of travelers.
festivals and eventsHave a virtual visit with Santa this year with AirbnbNov 16, 2020 • 2 min read
With many Santa performers out of work this holiday season, Airbnb is inviting them to become Online Experience hosts.
festivals and eventsThe Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has arrived in NYC to kick off the festive seasonNov 16, 2020 • 1 min read
The tree has been selected and this year's lighting ceremony will go ahead, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
wineThis Italian town was named the City of Wine for 2021Nov 14, 2020 • 2 min read
Barolo is the birthplace of the homonymous Barolo wine and Italy's City of Wine for 2021.
Arkansas will pay you $10,000 to move there - and they'll gift you a bike tooNov 13, 2020 • 2 min read
Fancy moving and taking your job with you? If you're a remote worker looking for a fresh start, Northwest Arkansas will pay you $10,000 to relocate there.
sustainable travelThis Spanish city is the first to measure tourism's carbon footprintNov 13, 2020 • 2 min read
Valencia is striving to become a carbon-neutral destination by 2025 and to make the city the world’s leading tourist destination with zero environmental impact…
The 100-day Arctic journey to educate people on climate changeNov 13, 2020 • 2 min read
As well as attempting to break a world record, explorer Mark Wood's SOLO 100 Arctic attempt will see him educating the world on climate change.
Botswana is reopening to international visitorsNov 13, 2020 • 2 min read
Air travel has resumed at several major airports and land borders with neighboring countries should open on 1 December.
artHyper-realistic butterfly murals look like they're flying off the wallNov 13, 2020 • 2 min read
French artist Mantra paints incredibly realistic large-scale murals featuring butterflies that bring an important eco-conscious message.
filmIrish people left bewildered by the trailer for "Wild Mountain Thyme"Nov 12, 2020 • 2 min read
Viewers are bemused by the "Oirish" accents, strangely old-fashioned clothing and an abundance of Irish clichés - but the scenery is gorgeous.
sustainable travelCosta Rica is asking travelers to offset their carbon footprintNov 12, 2020 • 2 min read
The initiative, called the Pura Vida Pledge, seeks a voluntary donation from travelers which will go towards environmental projects throughout the country.
cruiseThousands of people volunteer to travel for free on mock cruisesNov 12, 2020 • 2 min read
Cruise ships have been left adrift for months as officials grapple with ways to create a safe onboard experience.
historyPioneering feminist Mary Wollstonecraft gets a statue - but not everyone’s enthusedNov 12, 2020 • 2 min read
Maggi Hambling's sculpture of a naked woman held aloft by other female forms has received some criticism.