Alternative Travel

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Virtual Tourism Is Set to Become Reality

Virtual Tourism Is Set to Become Reality

The word travel comes from travail, that according to the Cambridge Dictionary means “an unpleasant experience or situation, especially one that involves a lot of hard work or effort”. Well,… Read More

Natural Wonders: Top 10 Eco Destinations

Natural Wonders: Top 10 Eco Destinations

Through our Alternative Travel Index, we spot the best destinations for Ecotourism and Active Travel. These countries are blessed with abundant natural wonders, but also strive to preserve them for… Read More

Fishing for Beginners: How to Get Started

fishing for beginners

Fishing is an incredibly fun outdoor pursuit enjoyed by many people across the globe. It offers a unique blend of challenge, strategy, excitement, and relaxation, all in a setting that… Read More

10 Ecotourism Tips for the Green Traveler

10 Ecotourism Tips for the Green Traveler

Traveling to a natural area does not automatically make you an eco tourist. A correct practice of ecotourism requires some more steps and an authentic sensitivity to environmental issues. So,… Read More

Empathy and Time Travel in Hungary

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With this post, I’ll share some thoughts arising from my last trip in Eastern Europe. Outside major cities, I almost always felt I was the only westerner in town (which… Read More

Hiking Series: Short Breaks and Day Hikes

hiking series - day hikes

In this section, we collect some of the best ideas for short breaks and day hikes, not forgetting, of course, the epic long distance hiking trails, which still remain our favorite Active Travel experience… Read More