Relaxing retreats. Exotic adventures. Romantic getaways. When planning your summer vacations, do you consider the impact of your travels on the environment and communities you …
Sustainable Tourism: Tips For The Savvy Traveler
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Ethical Intentions: Why Giving Isn’t Always Good
For many people, the words “giving” and “good” are almost synonymous. Giving is a selfless act. It helps others. It makes both parties feel, well, …
To Be Honest, I Just Want To Volunteer: Common Voluntourism Mistakes And How To Fix Them
That’s great – honesty is the best place to start – without honesty there are so many pitfalls – so many mistakes that well-meaning volunteers …
Are You A Responsible Tourism Operator Or Hotel? We Want To Know!
Here at Epicure & Culture, we’re obsessed with responsible tourism. Along with launching a Responsible Tourism Twitter Chat (#RTTC) this summer, we’re putting together a …
Get Involved: Responsible Tourism Twitter Chat Launches This Summer
Here at Epicure & Culture, we’re dedicated to educating our readers on responsible tourism and bringing to light issues and topics they may not be …
The Plight Of Burmese Women Refugees (And How You Can Help)
Imagine a life as a victim of gender based violence and discrimination where you are living in constant fear. With a military regime that uses …
A Question Of Ethics: Guilt-Free Tourism In Mediterranean Countries
The Mediterranean countries have obvious appeal for travelers with their white-sand beaches, colorful diet, historic towns and gorgeous natural landscapes. Whether you have your heart …
The Science Of Transformative Travel
Transformative travel. This was a major theme of last weekend’s New York Travel Festival. While there were a number of excellent panels and workshops, an overarching …
Eco-Conscious On The Road: Amazing Travel Companies That Can Help You To Save The Planet
As enjoyable as jet-setting off to foreign destinations in search of new experiences (and food and drinks) can be, international travel has developed a bit …
Medical Tourism: Are Cheaper Procedures Worth The Risk?
While even the thought of needing to take a trip to the hospital while on vacation is enough to make most travelers shudder, others make …