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Sustainable travel efforts are increasing

Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

When Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex were criticized for taking a private jet to Elton John's home in France, one thought this might be another tabloid story that would be buried by the next scandal. The world perhaps underestimated the prince’s conscience and passion for environmental issues. His new travel sustainability initiative, Travalyst, is a massive drive to protect vulnerable travel zones and benefit local communities. Furthermore, sustainable tourism is projected to grow by 10% to become a $340 billion business in the next four years.

A simple health tip with wonderful benefits is right outside your door

Victoria Fann Medical & Allied Healthcare

An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) report states that the average American spends 90% of their time indoors. Given that indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air, this isn’t good for our health. Since many of us work on our computers all day and work indoors, it can be easy to fall into the habit of going from our home to our car to our workplace back to our car and home, perhaps with some stops in between and little or no time at all outside. In today’s world, our desire for comfort often overrules our body’s need for fresh air, sunshine and exposure to the natural elements.

A look at Disney parks around the world

Julie Anne Wells Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

When most of us picture a Disney park, we associate it with the sunny skies and palm trees of Florida or California. But in the last few decades, Disney has reached across the globe to open new resort locations in Europe and Asia. You might mistakenly believe that once you’ve seen a single Disney park, you’ve seen them all. But each Disney park actually has very different rides, attractions, scenery, and even food. Here is a list of all the Disney parks around the world and some of the key differences that set them apart.

Cannabis-infused beer could be on tap in the future

Bambi Majumdar Food & Beverage

Usually, if you told beer lovers that the next big trend would involve non-alcoholic beverages, you probably wouldn’t be very popular with them. But if you tell them that it is cannabis being added to beer and not just a sugary virgin cocktail, then you may just redeem yourself in their eyes. In that vein, cannabis beer seems to be the new craft beer on the horizon. However, cannabis-infused beer alternatives have been confusing even for CBD enthusiasts who are game to try anything.

The perfect campground shower

Cindy Belt Recreation & Leisure

Even though I have a shower in my RV, I prefer to use the campground showers. Normally, there is more room, and I don’t have to worry about how much fresh water we have and what space is left in the gray water tank. Over the years, I have seen a lot of different campground showers. Some have been gorgeous while others leave something to be desired. I am continuously amazed at the variation in what is provided. Here’s my description of the perfect shower.

Sightseeing around Michigan’s Blue Water Area

Connie Ulman Recreation & Leisure

Michigan is known for many things, including the Blue Water Bridge that leads to Canada. I recently visited Michigan and got to see the beautiful Blue Water Area along Michigan's eastern shores. While in Michigan we stayed at St. Clair's Encore Resort, an affiliate of Passport America. It is located near Interstate 94, which means it has easy access for RVs. In St. Clair, we visited Palmer Park. Walking the boardwalk there was one of my favorite things to do in Michigan. This was one of the places you find the majestic blue waters of Michigan.

Travel2020: Solo explorations are the next frontier of travel

Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

Expedia reports traveling alone is not only a one-of-a-kind experience but also represents one of the fastest-growing travel categories. When you're traveling alone you are the master of your time, exploring the world on your own terms. Data from Expedia's first Solo Travel Report reveals 60% of travelers plan to take a solo trip within the next two years, proving people want more flexibility, convenience, and autonomy from their vacations. What's even more interesting is how the desire for a digital connection is starting to rival the need of human connection on trips.

Invaluable life lessons you’ll learn on your first camping trip

Nemanja Marinkoff Recreation & Leisure

Living in a city has its perks, but every now and then it is nice to get away from the crowds and listen to the chirping of the birds instead of the honking of cars stuck in traffic. Camping is a great way to not only break from your normal routine, get some rest and fresh air, and reconnect with nature but also to learn a thing or two about yourself and the world around you. So, check out the following list and see why you should definitely spend a couple of days in nature the next time you want to take a break from chaotic city life.

Updates for the 2019-20 hunting season in Texas

John McAdams Recreation & Leisure

Though it still feels like summer in most of Texas, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel and hunting season is getting closer. Hunting and fishing licenses for the 2019-20 season went on sale on Aug. 15, and the new license year started on Sept. 1. Texas Parks and Wildlife also recently released its Outdoor Annual Hunting, Fishing, and Boating Regulations, which contain a number of interesting updates.

10 terrific American rodeos

Dave G. Houser Recreation & Leisure

Country music legend Garth Brooks once observed, "It’s the ropes and reins, and the joy and pain. And they call the thing rodeo." Having grown out of the cattle industry in the American West, the thing they call rodeo is purely American — and it may just be the most action-packed, rough and tumble sport you’ll ever witness. Hundreds of rodeos are staged across the country each year (mainly during summer and fall) from California to Florida. There are so many great rodeos to choose from, but here are 10 rodeos we think are among the best of the best.

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