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Virtual Tourism Vs. Traditional Tourism
The global tourism industry is worth more than USD 2000 bn with a crucial node of benefits attached to several other industrial sectors. While the nCOVID-19 situation has forced the traditional tourism industry to take a virtual route, it has also sent a series of tremors to other industries like space, aviation, hospitality, event management, etc. Amidst the upcoming worldly financial crisis, we have to prepare in advance to effectively counter every obstacle and convert every possible challenge into an opportunity. Simultaneously, as the years of human efforts have helped us to unlock the potential of several technology verticals, the digital tools are going to grab unanimous attention of the tourism industry in the coming months. To have an in-depth look at both the challenges and opportunities of using digital technology for tourism, we will breakdown essential points related to How Digital Technology Will Reincarnate the Tourism Industry:
By Omkar Nikam5 years ago in Wander
Langtang Valley Trek - Third Eye Adventure
If time is brief , fitness a priority , and you are feeling the necessity perhaps to check the waters before committing to a more arduous trek through the Himalayas, then Langtang Valley Trek is for you. Not only does the trek offer a journey of reasonably moderate effort through a scenically dramatic alpine region well worth visiting in its title , but it also has the additional advantage of being very accessible from Kathmandu, minimizing travel and days wasted for those that want to focus their limited time on trekking, instead of onerous bus or jeep rides.
By thirdeye adventure5 years ago in Wander
Hawaiian Giant Centipedes – Hideous and Heinous – Wise Reasons To Avoid A Painful Encounter
In a tropical climate, centipedes are relatively common: creepy carnivorous creatures that inject venom to kill termites, small vertebrates, flies, moths, bed bugs, spiders, and cockroaches. Prehistoric and “butt ugly,” the vile creatures haunt the night, foraging for prey. Although their bite likely won’t kill you, the pain is excruciating and guarantees a trip to the emergency room.
By Marlene Affeld5 years ago in Wander
Coconut Grove
Today’s adventure brings us to the beautiful city of Miami in Florida. Although I did not have much time to explore, I did get to see a little bit of Coconut Grove which is considered to be a village within the city has great shopping and some wonderful restaurants. The streets are great to walk around and browse boutiques, walk by the bay or visit the park. It did not feel like I was in a city of 400,000 people!
By Vicky DiMichele5 years ago in Wander
How the Covid-19 pandemic made me fall in love with cycling local roads again
Sometimes you don’t appreciate what’s on your own doorstep until you are forced to take a closer look. In many ways, the Covid-19 pandemic has made me realize how lucky I am to have so many great bike routes so close to home. More often than not, these routes are hidden in plain sight.
By John W. Hayes5 years ago in Wander
What To Expect At the MiamiBash Festival
MiamiBash Festival is a week-long festival that takes place during August in Miami, Florida. It is renowned for its party atmosphere. The name was derived from the fact that the founder of the event, Mario Cantu, would hold raffles to raise money for feeding the children of the poor who were part of his community.
By alex brody5 years ago in Wander
A Long, Good Thanks
Finding a whole, fresh turkey in Mexico is like discovering a sale on veal cutlets down at the baby petting zoo; ain’t gonna happen. Yet during my first-ever, five hour Thanksgiving shopping spectacular at the local MegaMart in Guanajuato, Mexico, I did manage to find a smoked turkey frozen solid and dating back to sometime before the second Bush presidency.
By Christopher Locke5 years ago in Wander
Birth of Konu
Omens The smell of rotting flesh makes me feel intensely homesick. Indeed, it is peculiar to feel that way, but to those from Lusvingo (like myself), the tart scent of carrion evokes memories of climbing up giant baobab trees; toes and nostrils, firmly clenched to peek beyond the walls that contained us. It is a long time back, but I remember those days like yesterday. I am pained to say that I am far removed from them. It is only because of the relentless and constant badgering of ‘at home’ forces that I feel beckoned to give my account. I was the very first arrival. Half burnt logs, and melted candles lay scattered as remnants of the night before. If it weren’t for the long hollow hoot of buff spotted flufftails in the distance, your ears would meet the Wizz and huff of an ailing city. A raging town, consumed by a hazy terror. On this day, there had been a rising fog which most had begun to assume was an omen. On any other day, it wouldn’t have meant anything, but the solemn howls of hyenas at early dawn told a darker motive was afoot. The people of Lusvingo were not inordinately superstitious- centuries of technological advancement had led to slack on spiritual matters- but some omens we were never meant to ignore. It had not rained for months. The sky had been an unblighted river of ever blue -crisp and clear- and yet, mid-afternoon, a fog had risen over the great city of Lusvingo. Its presence fleeting, the mist only lasted for a moment. Less than an hour had passed before the bituminous brume had begun to wither, turning to steam before completely vanishing. Even so, the fog’s brief existence had sparked great commotion nowhere as much as it had within the concave walls of the Great Enclosure. It would be hard to argue that there was a place where the fuss mattered more. To Ndadairashoko Moyo, as it was for all monarchs, omens had grave consequences. The decision to gather his most esteemed spiritual leaders at the Great Enclosure was an easy one.
By Tinashe chikomo5 years ago in Wander
Catch Her If You Can! A Feature on Jessica Nabongo. Top Story - March 2021.
I'm excited to highlight someone who I think is super inspirational. Travel influencer and creator Jessica Nabongo-- @thecatchmeifyoucan on Instagram-- is the first Black woman to travel to all 195 countries on this earth! As of October 2019, she has achieved this feat and has been on Good Morning America. Jessica has also been part of the Four Seasons celebration of Black excellence on Instagram, and has been written about in Forbes. She is writing a book about her experiences; I can't wait to read it when it comes out.
By Denise Elnajjar5 years ago in Wander











