Local tourism is no longer the back-up plan. It’s becoming the preferred option for travellers seeking to explore gems in their own backyards. Source: Supplied But why are so many people choosing ...

But why are so many people choosing local destinations over international adventures? Let’s say you’re eager to travel, but the thought of complicated flight plans and expensive airfares has you ...

"How can I make my vacation more interesting?" is a question I am often asked as a cultural educator leading dual dialogue trips around the world. The reality is that it’s on us as travelers to ...

Choosing an operator that is conservation-minded, with ties to the local community and well-trained guides can add up to the trip of a lifetime and also nurture nature. By Costas Christ Costas Christ, ...

Kelsey Fowler is a New York City-based journalist who specializes in covering travel, business, and news. She is a frequent contributor to Travel + Leisure and currently works at The New York Times as ...

Journal of Transport and Land Use, Vol. 5, No. 3 (2012), pp. 15-27 (13 pages) Abstract: In recent years, land use and transportation planning priorities have shifted from issues of mobility to focus ...