Responsible Travel

Pittsburgh’s justice-involved youth have gained new life skills, education, and employment opportunities since Café Momentum opened its doors in March 2023. Locals and tourists alike get to enjoy delicious, freshly prepared meals while supporting intern youth undergoing the restaurant’s 12-month internship curriculum. More Than a Café Café Momentum works with Pittsburgh’s Juvenile Justice Department to …

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Tourism in Maui has plummeted 70% since August 9th after fire tore through Lahaina. But now isn’t the time for Americans to shy away from visiting Hawaii; many locals depend on tourism dollars to earn a living, and it’s more important than ever for tourists to do their due diligence to ensure their money goes …

The Coconut Traveler Donates Over $50,000 to Hawaiian Organizations, Comments on Maui Tourism Read More »

On August 30th, dozens of women from rural parts of Panama’s Chagres Alhajuela region gathered to discuss the successes and struggles of running a business as mothers and wives. The women’s forum was held by the Consejo Consultivo, an organization formed by the Panama Canal Authority, which supports Panamanians living within the Panama Canal watershed. …

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Non-profit Farm to Pantry is having a massive impact on community members in need in Sonoma County. The gleaning organization’s volunteers stopped over 400,000 pounds of produce from ending up in landfills in 2022 alone, supporting their mission to feed people in need, bring communities together, cultivate good health, and support environmental sustainability. A Community-Wide …

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Sustainable tourism is at the forefront of many travelers’ minds. The small business startup Basecamp Outdoor Gear is giving campers in Las Vegas the chance to experience just that by helping tourists reduce their environmental impact while giving back to the local community. From a pay-it-forward leftover shelf to teaching tourists how to poop in …

A Las Vegas Company Is Helping Keep the Desert Clean, One Camper at a Time Read More »

Whidbey and Camano Islands, located north of Seattle, have listened to their residents’ concerns regarding irresponsible tourism practices. Americans flocking to the islands during the pandemic was the last straw for an already strained tourism model, sparking 187 community members to become part of a regenerative tourism program that strives to create an equilibrium between …

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Scuba diving has become a reality for over 750 wounded military veterans, thanks to Patriots for Disabled Divers (PFDD). Retired US Navy Captain Jeff Currer and his wife, Merial, launched PFDD in 2013. The non-profit, which was inspired by Patriot Scuba (now Patriot Diving) in Occoquan, Virginia, helps veterans discover a new sport and healing …

A Virginia Non-Profit Makes Scuba Diving Possible for Veterans With Disabilities Read More »

International Day of the World’s Indigenous People takes place on August 9th each year, and it’s an opportunity to raise awareness about protecting indigenous populations across the globe. The United Nations General Assembly has named this year’s theme “Indigenous Youth as Agents of Change for Self-determination.” A Virtual Commemoration The United Nations created the International Day of …

Voices of the Earth: Commemorating International Day of the World’s Indigenous People Read More »