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Read MoreThe power of crowds: open-source maps for travel
Every traveller knows the value of a good map. But these days, it’s not just about finding that famous landmark; thanks to the power of the internet, and the power of crowds, they can show much, much more. Online open-source maps – created with contributions from people all over the world – mean there are now maps devoted to more niche concerns. They’re worth knowing about because,...
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Read MoreEthical travel news roundup
A quick run down of some of the latest ethical travel stories: An interesting piece in the Telegraph on how Exodus has pulled out of the Omo Valley in Ethiopia in response to developments it believes will negatively affect the tribes who live there. A “crossrail for bikes” has been announced for London, with plans including a 15-mile long cycle path running from east to west across the city....
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Read MoreA view on dark tourism
I recently wrote a feature for New Internationalist magazine, asking whether dark tourism can ever be a good thing. It got me considering my own position. Was I in favour of type of travel or against it? I wasn’t immediately sure. Disaster tourism, slum tourism, war tourism, memorial tourism – they’re all very different, and they’ve all got their devotees. Like many people,...
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Read MoreSharing and swapping for better travel
It’s the first ever Global Sharing Day today, so I thought I’d come out of my hole* to write a short post about how sharing and swapping can make for better, more interesting, and often cheaper, travel. It’s all about making better use of resources, wasting less, and connecting with people on the way. Interested? Here’s my pick of some of the best ways to collaborate on...
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Read MoreWebsites for finding green stays
While it’s not always easy to include eco accommodation in your holiday planning (some cities in particular are still playing catch up), there is an increasing number of websites offering useful listings. Here’s a roundup of some of the best: Eco Hotels Of The World – claims to be the most comprehensive independent listing of eco-friendly hotels currently available. Accommodation can be...
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Read MoreTango with locals in Buenos Aires
The Argentinian capital is famous for its tango scene, and there’s an overwhelming choice of tango shows for visitors to choose from. But for a more authentic experience, seek out the milongas. These are the nights where the locals go to dance. One such place is La Catedral: a building housing a dimly-lit dancefloor and a live band of three musicians (with keyboard, guitar and accordian). As the...
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Read MoreBerlin by water: kayaking the Spree
There are plenty of ways to explore a city as vibrant as Berlin. But kayaking is one that offers a unique perspective. “I love kayaking on a Friday evening,” says Tom, our guide. “Everything else is busy around you, everyone is going home from work, and it’s all quiet on the canal.” It’s easy to see what he means. Gliding under bridges and railway tracks,...
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Read MoreVoluntourism (2): links for researching opportunities
I recently wrote a post looking at how to make sure volunteering abroad has a positive, rather than a negative, impact. But how do you actually find a decent organisation? Here are some useful resources: Ethical Volunteer – outlines the types of organisations, programmes and activities volunteers should be looking for in terms of their ethical commitment to the participant and the communities they...
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The power of crowds: open-source maps for travel
Every traveller knows the value of a good map. But these days, it’s not just about finding that famous landmark; thanks to the power of the internet, and the power of crowds, they can show much, much more....
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Ethical travel news roundup
A quick run down of some of the latest ethical travel stories: An interesting piece in the Telegraph on how Exodus has pulled out of the Omo Valley in Ethiopia in response to developments it believes will...
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A view on dark tourism
I recently wrote a feature for New Internationalist magazine, asking whether...
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Sharing and swapping for better travel
It’s the first ever Global Sharing Day today, so I thought I’d come...
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Websites for finding green stays
While it’s not always easy to include eco accommodation in your holiday...
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