In our journey towards a more sustainable world, “impact travel” solutions can provide travellers with experiences that positively mark the destinations they visit.
However, there are a few considerations that are crucial to a major breakthrough in impact travel:
1. The paradox that “going mainstream” is not sustainable by its very nature (e.g. mass tourism)
2. Protecting the authentic essence and brand value of “impact travel” so it doesn’t become another marketing tagline
3. Moving beyond simple KPIs to ensure we make a measurable, positive change in the real lives of people
Do you think "impact travel" is feasible for the tourism industry to achieve at a wider scale? What other challenges does impact travel face to become a significant force and transform people's lives and society? Appreciate your feedback!
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I’m looking for unique experience in Israel for a family trip in February 2023.
We will be all over from the Golan to Eilat. I’d love ideas of unique places to visit, restaurants (I love a good hole in the wall), etc.
We’re staying at Abraham Hostels (I see you guys are on here - hi!) in Jerusalem, Eilat & Tel Aviv. Still trying to figure out the north leg of our trip.
I’ll be writing a blog post based on an off the beaten path family friendly trip at themintchipmama.com
Can’t wait to hear your ideas and suggestions.
My absolute favorite adventure in Israel was renting bikes in Tiberius and cycling alongside the Sea of Galilee. It's an absolutely beautiful area with fun stops for beaches/views as well as history.
Sounds amazing! Thanks
Depending on your timing, you could spend a few days on an archaeology dig in Timna to help excavate the ancient remnants of King Solomon's Mine. Check out the details at www.ancientodysseys.com/timna We have lots of other paleontology and archaeology digs around the world that are family friendly too.