Bern has been rated the most liveable city in Europe again, according to one expert ranking.
30.12.2023 - 11:44 / travelpulse.com
Sustainable travel in the Nordics embodies a commitment to environmental conservation, cultural preservation, and responsible tourism practices, making the region a frontrunner in eco-friendly and mindful exploration.
In the Nordics, sustainable travel is seamlessly integrated into the fabric of the destination experience. From eco-certified accommodations nestled in pristine landscapes to eco-friendly transportation options such as electric buses and bike-sharing programs in urban centers, the region prioritizes minimizing its ecological footprint.
Nature is at the heart of Nordic sustainable travel, and efforts are directed towards preserving and showcasing breathtaking landscapes. National parks and protected areas abound, allowing visitors to engage in low-impact activities like hiking and wildlife watching.
Cultural preservation is also paramount. Local communities actively participate in sustainable tourism initiatives, offering authentic experiences that highlight traditional practices, crafts, and cuisines.
In 2024, the Nordics is set to redefine sustainable travel. The region is introducing several new and enhanced experiences to propel this effort.
Denmark is introducing two new electric ferries by Molslinjen in 2024, connecting visitors sustainably to the eco-friendly island of Samsø.
Travelers to the Faroe Islands can embrace authentic local living at the restored cottage, Hanusarstova. The experience is a true taste of local life in the region.
Two new hotels in Helsinki will embody sustainable practices in 2024--the Solo Sokos Hotel Pier 4 in Katajanokka and the Helsinki Airport Hotel, a landmark boasting over 700 rooms, restaurants, a rooftop sky bar, spa, and gym facilities.
Greenland is offering a unique new slow-travel experience aboard Arctic Umiaq Line’s coastal ferry Sarfaq Ittuk in the New Year and, in Iceland, the country is promoting environmental consciousness and advocating for slow exploration during the off-season.
Norway is showcasing sustainable travel along the coast with hybrid and electric ships on Hurtigruten or Havila, and Sweden's suppliers are committed to sustainability through Nature's Best Sweden, emphasizing sustainability and positive impacts on local communities.
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Bern has been rated the most liveable city in Europe again, according to one expert ranking.
Luxury cruise expert Mundy Cruising has launched an extraordinary programme, The Ultimate Luxury Cruise, which combines iconic destinations, amazing travel experiences and superlative accommodations to create a 105-day journey, departing Tokyo on 14th April 2025 and finishing in Dubrovnik on 26th July 2025. Customer research at the top end of the market by Mundy Cruising has revealed a range of travel trends and priorities for its discerning client base, including longer trips, slow travel, iconic experiences, bucket list destinations and a desire to return to gentler (and arguably Pre-Covid) times.
It was the sauna in my suite that seduced me.
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Over the last five years, the world has changed a lot. A global pandemic ground much of the global population to a halt with travel the most restricted it's ever been in my lifetime – and most likely yours too. Russia’s war on Ukraine and now Israel’s war on Hamas in Gaza are causing shockwaves around the world, reshaping the statuses of countries and the rights of their citizens.
It’s fashionable, if lazy, shorthand to call Portugal’s Azores the Hawaii of the Atlantic. That’s not wrong—the nine islands have gorgeous rainforests, black lava beaches and wildflowers aplenty—but the description leaves a lot out. The archipelago is still in the relatively early stages of international discovery, but still with the potential to keep its brand of nature tourism sustainable.