“I think a value shift is needed. [...] This whole idea of regenerative tourism – that's taking off both with...
Strategic planning
Why “complete communities” make more sustainable places
“I think in order to take care of a destination, it has to be a true partnership with the community.” — Ben Gordon...
Uplifting experiences: Ziptrek Ecotours shares its carbon-counting journey
“When we come up with our solutions, we need to contemplate how that innovation is going to be so much better than...
Sustainable solutions: The net-positive-energy lodge inspiring Queenstown Lakes to reach carbon zero
“ Even the smallest change, when done by a lot of people, can add up to be big change.” – Debbi Brainerd, owner and...
What’s taboo? Conversations the travel industry isn’t having yet
“The pressure that a lot of destinations are feeling [...] relates to sustainability and the pressure to put action...
Thinking beyond today: Changing the mindset around tourism planning
“We talked enough for 130 years, and we have not done enough, and we are scared of this transformation. And of course...
Travel, the housing crunch, and four-hour commutes in Aspen
“We don't have a choice. Failure is not an option.” – Gail Schwartz, President of Habitat for Humanity Roaring Fork...
From the podcast: These tourism destinations are serious about affordable housing
Here’s how the resort communities of Aspen, CO and Whistler, BC provide secure, affordable housing. A lack of...
Bhutan’s 50-year quest for sustainable visitation – Replay and update
What happens when an entire country commits to playing within its social and ecological limits? To find...
The Earth race is on: Queenstown Lakes commits to decarbonizing tourism by 2030
“The world is looking for leadership, and that’s coming from Queenstown Lakes.” Our team has some exciting news to...
6 ways destinations are harnessing the power of visitor sentiment data
The success of your destination hinges on the way people feel about travelling there. Visitor sentiment directly...
Why decarbonization will disrupt the future of travel
Decarbonization will be at least as disruptive to travel as the internet was. The world is finally turning toward the...
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