The Contemporary Tourist

What is Overtourism? Overtourism refers to a situation where a destination receives more visitors than it can sustainably manage, resulting in negative impacts on the environment, local communities, and visitor experience. The… Read more: Overtourism: Causes, Impacts, and How Ecotourism Offers a Sustainable Solution

What is Ecotourism? Ecotourism is a form of responsible travel that focuses on conserving natural environments, supporting local communities, and promoting environmental education. It is widely defined as nature-based tourism that is… Read more: Ecotourism: What It Is and Why It Matters for the Future of Travel

Sustainable tourism is one of the most important concepts in modern destination management. According to UN Tourism, sustainable tourism is tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social,… Read more: What Is Sustainable Tourism?

In a previous post, I talked about the challenges facing Cuba’s tourism industry and how economic instability can impact communities that rely heavily on visitors. While digging deeper into how tourism interacts… Read more: Voluntourism: Who Are We Really Helping?

For decades, tourism has largely revolved around daytime experiences. Travelers visit landmarks, beaches, museums, and attractions during daylight hours before returning to their hotels for the evening. However, a growing trend is… Read more: Noctourism: Why Travelers Are Exploring the World After Dark