I am enthusiastically documenting vibrant ideas and places in the world. I am focusing on educational travel and nurturing communities. "Come for the learning experience and stay longer." I encourage communities to focus on marketing to those with a direct interest in learning more about their best assets. The visitors will have a great experience beyond shopping and sightseeing and the community will enjoy sharing what they are proud of. Invite kindred spirits when you want them and provide workshops, exhibits, related book discussions, etc. to encourage them to stay longer.
I use the term thoughtful travel for both the folks traveling and those receiving them as guests in their community. I think the travel world is moving away from the nostalgic, dreamy, big bus, all inclusive tourism to a more considerate approach to the... show more
Is conscious travel a form of elitism? 6 months ago
I'd like to see #small group travel, # slow travel, #educational travel. I want to challenge the future of Tourism, it needs to be challenged in positive ways.
What new features should we add? 1 year ago