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Enhancing Urban Accessibility: Addressing the Needs of People with Disabilities

It is not surprising that people with physical and mental disabilities have much trouble moving around urban cities/destinations. Some areas in the cities are even utterly inaccessible to some of them, as there is a lack of accessible options. When you spend time in cities, it has become increasingly clear that the city plan has...

Transforming Urban Spaces: How Planning Can Elevate the Lives of Teenage Girls and Boys

Teenagers are often disregarded when urban planners work on their plans, projects, research, and policies. Urban planners usually work directly with fellow adults, not realizing that urban environments can impact teenage girls and boys differently from adults. This article is about how the effects of urban planning impact the mental health of teenage boys and...

Smart Nights: How Digitalization is Redefining the Nightlife Industry

Technology is useful. Technology can help people connect with people that live across the globe. Technology is why nightclubs can have DJs, operate colorful lights, and let people have fun. Technology has allowed people to read this very article. Furthermore, technology can help cities adapt to the digital world, especially regarding nightlife. There are many...

Unveiling the Hidden Costs of Tourism: Disruptions to Resident Life and the Pursuit of Sustainable Solutions

Tourism is a powerful force that drives economic growth, cultural exchange, and global connectivity. However, the rapid and often unchecked expansion of tourism can lead to significant disruptions in the lives of local residents, leading to a range of social, economic, and environmental challenges. As the demand for travel continues to grow, it is essential...

Impacts of Climate change on cultural diversity and tourism in the Mediterranean region

The Mediterranean region consists of three continents i.e. Europe, Asia and Africa sharing borders around the Mediterranean Sea. The region is a host for remarkable natural diversity and socio-cultural values. Currently the region is a habitat for over 500 million people made up of a high density of the population with urban and infrastructure near...

Embracing Sustainability in Old Towns: Preserving Heritage for Future Generations

Old towns, with their cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and cultural richness, are treasures that connect us to our past. As we strive for progress and modernity, it becomes imperative to consider sustainability in the context of these unique areas. This article written by Marija Lazarevic, MSc in planning and management in tourist destinations, explores the...

Tourism & Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030)

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and other international organizations provide guidelines and frameworks to assist destinations in developing and managing sustainable tourism practices in line with the SDGs. It’s essential for the tourism industry to prioritize responsible and sustainable practices to contribute positively to the global goals outlined in the 2030 Agenda. Tourism...