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Embracing Community as You Travel: Ways to ethically connect with culture and community   

Published on November 18, 2024

Embracing Community as You Travel: Ways to ethically connect with culture and community  By: Jennifer Castle, Pleasant Holidays  A recent American Express global travel trends report showcased that the new generation of jetsetters are looking to prioritize the connection and wellbeing of local communities as they travel. A few ways this can be achieved are […]

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A Young Nation in Ancient Lands 

Published on November 4, 2024

A Young Nation in Ancient Lands  By: Ralf Korbner, SITA World Tours Our modern jetliner lifted off the runway and gently climbed into the African sky. To the left Dar es Salaam slowly disappeared in the pink evening light and soon we would cross Zanzibar on our return to Doha and Los Angeles.   During the […]

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Explore Sustainable Food and Gastronomy Adventures in the Philippines

Published on October 21, 2024

A Journey Through Flavorful Filipino Traditions  By: Sarah Mae Lee Monroy, Lead Officer for Cultural Tourism, Philippine Department of Tourism  Have you heard of Pancit, Lumpia, Adobo, and Sisig? These delectable dishes might have graced your social media feed or found their way to your plate at a Filipino restaurant. Yet, the Philippines is teeming […]

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Experience Aromatic Adventures in the Amazon Rainforest

Published on September 23, 2024

Experience Aromatic Adventures in the Amazon Rainforest By: Visitbrasil.com The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most impressive and biodiverse natural wonders on the planet. Considered the largest tropical forest in the world, it harbors an incomparable wealth of wildlife, unique ecosystems, and ancient indigenous cultures. Spending six days immersed in the Uatumã Sustainable Development […]

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Leave Your Mark, Not Your Footprint: A Guide to Sustainable Travel in Spain 

Published on September 9, 2024

Leave Your Mark, Not Your Footprint: A Guide to Sustainable Travel in Spain  By: Turespaña It might not come as a surprise that Spain is one of the leading tourist destinations in the world for its vibrant culture, rich history and stunning landscapes. But did you know that Spain is a global leader in sustainable […]

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6 local moments that connect you to the heart of Southeast Asia 

Published on July 31, 2024

6 local moments that connect you to the heart of Southeast Asia  By: Jamie Gallerani for EF Go Ahead Tours If Southeast Asia guarantees anything, it’s to welcome you—and then to wow you, in that order. Here, wonder shows up as bowls of piping hot pad thai and plates of skewered satay, served by street […]

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Traveling Off the Beaten Path: How to Stay Prepared and Protected 

Published on July 8, 2024

Traveling Off the Beaten Path: How to Stay Prepared and Protected  By: Deanna Caffrey Traveling to remote or less-traveled destinations can be an exhilarating adventure. These locations often offer untouched natural beauty, unique cultural experiences, and a sense of discovery that popular tourist spots can’t match. However, venturing off the beaten path comes with its […]

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The Stories Behind our National Monuments

Published on June 17, 2024

The Stories Behind our National Monuments  By Tauck What’s the difference between America’s national parks and national monuments? Storied sites all, both share tales of treasured sights in public lands protected for the enjoyment of generations of visitors. Designated by a legislative act of Congress, our national parks are areas of natural beauty, federally conserved […]

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Adventure Travel Awaits: 5 Steps to Prepare Like a Pro 

Published on June 3, 2024

Adventure Travel Awaits: 5 Steps to Prepare Like a Pro  By Kathleen A. De Riso, VP, Travel Services, Crum & Forster   Sand surfing in the Sahara. Sleeping under the northern lights. Rock climbing in Yosemite. Today’s travelers seek one-of-a-kind experiences as they explore the world. Thanks to millennials and Gen Z, adventure tourism is surging […]

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Old Dogs, New Tricks: Bringing Regenerative Practices to Legacy Tour Operators  

Published on April 22, 2024

Old Dogs, New Tricks: Bringing Regenerative Practices to Legacy Tour Operators   By Melissa DaSilva, President of TTC Tour Brands, North America – Trafalgar, Contiki, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver, Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold  For more than 100 years, The Travel Corporation has been taking travelers off the beaten path and into the destinations we serve. In […]

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