ethical travel
The Moroccan Conspiracy
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- Written by: Albert Koehl
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Albert Koehl finds that, in Morocco, being a conspirator is sometimes part of the fun.
Joe Tourist: Fair-Trade Coffee in Nicaragua
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- Written by: Matthew Kadey
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
A fair-trade coffee cooperative in Nicaragua uses tourism to put much-needed dollars to work in their communities.
Tibet on the Rails
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- Written by: Michael Buckley
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Tibetans fear that their culture will get derailed as the new train from China begins service to their region.
Exploring some NGOs in Laos
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- Written by: Julia Steinecke
- Category: Why we travel
Julia Steinecke finds it easy to meet NGOs and community organizations, like Big Brother Mouse.
Treading Lightly in Laos
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- Written by: Julia Steinecke and Troy Nahumko
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Here's how your visit to Laos can have a positive impact.
Freeze Frame in Luang Namtha
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- Written by: Kees Sprengers
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Photographer Kees Sprengers captures a moment in time for North West Lao cultures in transition.
A Slice of Reality: Mumbai Slum Tours
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- Written by: Brent Lewin
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
A gap year gig turns into a quest to show travellers a hidden side of urban India.
Respecting Your Porters in Kilimanjaro
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- Written by: Verge Staff
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Mounting Awareness on Kilimanjaro
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- Written by: Cari Mason
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Perceived to be an accessible climb, summiting Africa's highest peak is still no walk in the park, and most climbing parties rely on porters. Insisting that they are treated fairly is part of the deal.
Of Men and Bulls: The Spanish Tradition of Bullfighting
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- Written by: Colin Moore
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Long-standing Spanish tradition or nothing more than animal cruelty? Colin Moore checks out a bullfight in Madrid for a taste of the debate.
The Havana Hustle
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- Written by: Andrea Gourgy
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
An experienced hustler in Cuba's capital gets more than she bargained for.
The No-Travel Guide to Burma
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- Written by: Erin Grinnell
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Tourism in Burma is on the rise and it's not hard to see why—the land is diverse and beautiful and feels undiscovered. But there are serious ethical issues associated with travel to this country.
To Haggle...or Not to Haggle
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- Written by: Simon Worsfold
- Category: Budget Traveller
Are you doing the right thing or acting like a sucker? Some tips on how much to pay at the market.
Must-See Global Eco Hotspots
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- Written by: Verge
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Attention eco-conscious travellers! This special destination section scans the map for the planet's top biological hotspots. From historical landmarks to reefs and forests, here are 13 eco hotspots you need to see—and ways you can make your travels contribute to their conservation.
Best Practices and Volunteer Organizations
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- Written by: Susan Griffith
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
Faced with myriad choices, how do you find a credible volunteer abroad organization?
Getting Around by Bus
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- Written by: Albert Koehl
- Category: Budget Traveller
Buses aren't only an eco-friendly way to travel: When it comes to adventure, airplanes just don't compare.
The Road to Lukomir: The Effects of Tourism on a Rural Bosnian Village
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- Written by: Sean Brander
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
A remote Bosnian village is marketed as an undiscovered throwback to the Middle Ages. At what cost? asks Sean Brander.
What are Your Travel Ethics?
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- Written by: Bill Frederick
- Category: Budget Traveller
Bill Frederick kicks off Verge Magazine's new Travel Ethics column with a look at the counterpoint of competing values.
