When it comes to Carlsbad Caverns National Park, visitors are only allowed to carry water when entering the caves. However, one tourist chose to ignore the rules and dropped a bag of Cheetos on the cavern floor. According to a spokesperson…

Viking has announced that its 2028–2029 expedition voyages, across the company’s most popular itineraries in the Arctic, Antarctica and the Great Lakes, are now open for booking. The voyages are designed for immersive exploration in some…

Mount Teide is considered the “crown jewel” in the Canary Island of Tenerife, but this popular tourist destination is reportedly being “hurt” due to the many visitors it receives. Tourists are accused of trashing the Teide National Park by…

It’s only spring, but many people are planning their 2025 summer family vacation and seeking the ideal destination for adults and children alike. Meanwhile, nestling in the Mediterranean off of Spain’s mainland is one…

Overtourism raises its ugly head in many popular destinations, the latest being the popular “Party Island,” Hvar, in Croatia. This summer vacation spot is making some major changes to its tourist welcome, warning that visitors could receive…

Like much of the world right now, the Caribbean island of Curaçao is facing the effects of overtourism and while most grapple with the problem, this idyllic island is taking a different approach. What they are planning is to prioritize…

Each year, more than 10 million travelers engage in volunteer initiatives while vacationing, with voluntourism continuing to be an increasingly popular way to combine travel with making a positive impact. Many of these efforts focus on…

The spectacular US National Parks continue to grow in popularity, with data revealing a record, more than 331 visitors across the nation in 2024. Each park has its own spectacular features for visitors to enjoy and is 2 percent higher than…

As calls for sustainable travel become the norm, travel publisher Fodor’s has just released its annual ‘No List.’ The list reveals popular travel destinations where environmental strain and overtourism have made their mark and have become…

Viking has announced that it now has the capability of conducting real-time environmental DNA (eDNA) sequencing of phytoplankton on board the company’s expedition fleet. In partnership with UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of…