April 2, 2022 - Ethical Escapes

How to choose a sustainable hotel

May 26, 2022April 2, 2022 by Ethical Escapes

You know which destination you want to go to. So how do you choose a sustainable hotel? Or even better, accommodation that makes a difference and has a positive impact? When a sustainable or green hotel is thought of, people often (rightly) consider its carbon footprint and possible negative impacts on the environment. But a … Read more

Dark tourism: Varanasi, the Indian city where people seek death

March 24, 2024April 2, 2022 by Ethical Escapes

Debadrita Sur Along the bank of the river Ganges, in northern India, lies the congested and overpopulated city of death, penance, liberation and spiritualism. Varanasi (pronounced Banaras locally) is a land of miracles, legends, mysticism and madness where people often visit to die. This ancient city, also called Kashi, has cemented its legacy in various … Read more