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Freelance writer dealing with cultural journalism, sustainable development, travel, and alternative lifestyles.
Interview with Azores sustainable tourism expert Carolina Mendonça to learn how to avoid mass tourism and develop mindful destination strategies
What happens when music, nature, and community come together on Europe’s most remote islands? One Planet Journey’s Enrico Belcore explores the evolution of the Tremor Festival in the Azores, from its humble roots to becoming a global magnet for conscious travellers and culture lovers. More than a music event, Tremor is a masterclass in sustainability and local collaboration.
For years, the Azores were overlooked, escaping—at least in part—the burdens of tourism thanks to their position in the middle of the Atlantic. That's now changed, with their isolated position attracting nearly a million tourists every year.
One of the first things she pointed out was the barren landscape, explaining, as if she needed to excuse herself, that the 2017 wildfire had drastically changed the scenery. Once green and shaded by neck-cramping maritime pine trees, it was now dry and beaten up by the sun.
Hike through frozen waterfalls and kayak through dramatic canyons with this guide to Banff National Park’s best bits.
Explore French natural wine and gain deep insights into winemaking traditions and sustainability during a harvest in Val de Loire.
Inspirational tips for an off-the-grid travel adventure in New Zealand. Hiking, biking, and epic nature from the North to the South.
Berlin-based artist Boris Eldagsen took the art world by storm winning the Sony World Photography Award with an AI-generated image - a provocation toward the art world that sparked discussions about what can be considered art.
Recently I've been seeing the word 'nomad' popping out from any corner. People all around the world have gone nomad, apparently. And surely articles on the topic are not scanty. It just takes a quick research on the web to find dozens of companies using the term as part of their brand.