In Kenya, a Maasai community burned by ecotourism gives it another shot

Shompole Lodge in southern Kenya opened at the start of the millennium as a radical model of what community-based ecotourism could be, promising jobs, livelihoods and full ownership for the area’s Maasai community. But the partnership between the private investor and the community soured over accusations that the former was depriving the latter of their … Read more

Beyond the Galápagos: my top 5 Ecuador experiences

Often overlooked as it’s situated between two tourist-bound behemoths, Colombia and Peru, Ecuador is an underrated travel destination in South America. Most travellers know it for the Galápagos Islands where they flock to spot giant tortoises, sea lions, and blue-footed boobies. For my recent trip, I looked inland instead at cities like Quito, Baños, Tena, … Read more

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