#sustainable-tourism

#sustainable-tourism

"When someone calls and the first thing they ask is, 'What's the lowest price you can get me?' I'm very upfront," he said. "I tell them, 'If price is your number one priority, we may not be the right fit.' Because Hawaii isn't meant to be treated like a bargain bin purchase. It deserves respect, intention, and the right kind of traveler."

The Aloha State easily entices with beaches of every hue, lush verdant scenery, and a welcoming culture, but finding the best island to visit in Hawaii can be a daunting decision. From bustling urban metropolises to surf towns where lazy days melt away, fine dining establishments to coffee farms, otherworldly volcanic formations to rainforests, Hawaii offers so many different experiences, sites, and activities on offer like no other state.

Despite being a small island nation, Palau became the first in the world to have adopted in 1981 a constitution banning nuclear weapons and created the world's first shark sanctuary in 2009, banning all commercial shark fishing in its waters. Between 2014 and 2015, the country experienced a rapid tourism boom, particularly with mass tourism from China, when annual visitor numbers reached a record 170,000.

The popular ski town of Breckenridge, Colorado, just became the first mountain ski resort community in the state to become dark sky certified. The designation, which was bestowed by DarkSky International in July 2025, was awarded due to the town's efforts to protect "its exceptional alpine nightscape and natural environment for current and future generations." The certification followed years of work, including adopting a strict exterior lighting ordinance, replacing outdated street lamps, and requiring new construction to comply with dark sky standards.

"Dollars that come from tiger safaris must go into the surrounding communities," he said.

Camping has long been a popular way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and connect with nature.

Beyond Green properties don't just use renewable energy and abide by low-waste principles, they protect natural ecosystems and prioritize native species in their landscaping.

Marriott has been expanding its reach through acquisitions and partnerships, reflecting a strategy to cater to travelers' growing hospitality needs.

"This kind of collaboration is exactly what's needed in Arctic tourism. It's encouraging to see it begin in a way that centers Inuit voices and priorities."

Travelers to Europe, mark your calendars. On June 15, activists across southern Europe will protest against tourism, highlighting its negative impacts such as overtourism.

"The ancient mule tracks of Andros, once neglected, are now being revitalized by volunteers, allowing visitors to explore the island's beauty while preserving its heritage."