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As real estate professionals, we understand the value of location. Today, let's celebrate National Tourism Day by exploring the beauty that surrounds us. 🏢🌍 #ProExplorer #NationalTourismDay #RealtyPRO #TheTrendsGroup

Step into the Shadows: Exploring Dark Tourism Curious about the world’s hidden corners? Dark tourism is your gateway to places where history and mystery intertwine. Picture yourself wandering through a haunted mansion, exploring an abandoned asylum, or standing on ancient battlefields where echoes of the past linger. Dark tourism isn’t just about thrills; it’s about discovering the untold stories behind these intriguing sites. It’s a chance to explore history from a unique perspective and perhaps even confront your fears. But stay tuned—our next blog will take you deeper into the realm of dark tourism, revealing the most spine-chilling destinations and the secrets they hold. Ready for a journey that promises even more chills and mysteries? You won’t want to miss it! #old #darktoursim #blog

Here's a quick re-cap of Experience Augusta 2023 and the impact of tourism in our community! https://lnkd.in/guPTXud6

Cape Town’s 'Limitless CT' initiative is leading the way in accessible tourism with braille QR codes and audio options for city tours. These innovations are making the city more welcoming for all visitors. Find out more about these inspiring developments: https://lnkd.in/d6URH7cP #LimitlessCT #InclusiveCity"

As tourism strives to reach its full potential and become more ethical, just, and eco-conscious, we must create time and space filled with connection, awe, and wonder for tourism professionals to do the same. These experiences are designed and guided by the TTC team, program alumni, and other special guests, often recognized as a shining star example of transformative experience design and execution. Here's what's on the horizon ... - Aug 24-29 | Road to Rome Pilgrimage, with Walking Mentorship, led by Joao Perre Viana and Jake Haupert - SOLD OUT! - Oct 21-24 | Wisdom Retreat for Better Tourism at the Modern Elder Academy outside Santa Fe, New Mexico USA, with Jake Haupert & Chip Conley - Feb 24-28 | Andean Immersion at Tierra del Volcan, Ecuador, with Maria José Andrade and Jorge Pérez - Oct 13-19 | Camino de Santiago, Pilgrimage to the Sepulchre of the Apostle St. James, with Sonia Cruz Oro #Transformationaltravel #transformationeconomy #regenerativedevelopment #tourism #hotels #guides #innovation #personalgrowth #professionaldevelopment #purpose #humanconnection

tourism, the act and process of spending time away from home in pursuit of recreation, relaxation, and pleasure, while making use of the commercial provision of services. As such, tourism is a product of modern social arrangements, beginning in western Europe in the 17th century, although it has antecedents in Classical antiquity. #snsinstitutions #SNSDesignThinkers #Designthinking

Strengthening the Aboriginal tourism sector in the NT through community-led development and ownership is vital for sustainability and ensuring that the benefits flow to those who deserve them the most.   Well done Tourism NT on the recently updated Northern Territory Aboriginal Tourism Strategy 2020-2030.

At Destination Vancouver we know that locals are an integral part of #TeamVancouver so it’s essential for us to understand how residents perceive tourism and the impact it has on their community.   We measure this impact through our annual Residents’ Perceptions of Vancouver’s Tourism Industry survey. The findings from the 2023 survey show that most residents are aware of tourism’s positive economic impact on our local economy.   Key results from the survey are:   ▪ 80% of residents value the contribution visitors make to the local economy ▪ 81% of residents agree that the tourism industry supports local businesses in their community ▪ 74% of residents agree that the positive impacts of tourism in their community outweigh the negative ▪ 76% of residents take pride in making visitors feel welcome in their community   To learn more, download the summary report at https://lnkd.in/g6xnysp9 or request the full report by getting in touch with our team at communications@destinationvancouver.com.

“We’re getting a lot of people wanting to avoid the Venices, Romes, Florences,” said Tom Jenkins, CEO of the European Tourism Organisation. Yet, I receive most requests for events in Italy’s famous art cities. Standing by my company’s mission and vision, I explain to potential clients the benefits of planning events sustainably in secondary destinations: 1. Preservation of iconic cities. By choosing lesser-known destinations, we help reduce the strain on over-touristed cities. This helps ensure their historical and cultural sites are preserved for future generations. 2. Economic boost for local communities. Hosting events in smaller towns or rural areas drives economic growth in those communities. It provides opportunities for local businesses to thrive and promotes regional development. 3. Unique experiences for event attendees. Offbeat destinations often offer surprising landscapes and experiences that mainstream locations cannot, leading to a more memorable and enriching experience for attendees. Exploring and investing in off-the-beaten-path locations is not just a trend but a responsible choice. Let’s lead the way in making sustainable event planning the new norm! -- What are your thoughts about overtourism in art cities? Would you be willing to plan your event somewhere off the beaten path? #EventDestinations #ResponsibleTravel #Sustainability

🌟We kick off the week with a happy news: the approval of our new #ErasmusPlus project, 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗧 - 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺! 🚀 🏞️ MIST is set to tackle the challenges and opportunities surrounding sustainable management and development of emerging and established #microdestinations within the European Union. Microdestinations boast unique cultural, natural, and historical assets that can captivate visitors, extending beyond tangible sites to include rich intangible cultural and historical elements. ⚡ Goals of MIST: The overarching objective of MIST is to foster knowledge sharing and capacity building among tourism stakeholders across Europe. 🧩Project partners include, in addition to SERN, Visit Halland (SE) as the lead partner, alongside Svensk Destinationsutveckling (SveDest) (SE), Liepaja Region Tourism Information Office (LV), and Kvarner Region Tourist Board (HR) #staytuned 👉More info https://lnkd.in/dA3HhuHQ #halland #kvarner #liepaja