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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 16d

“Every day you live, you make an impact on the planet. But you can choose what sort of impact you make. So choose wisely.”

Read my full article on the legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall

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Jane Goodall’s Final Message: Tourism Must Save Wildlife, Not Exploit It

Today’s world lacks courage. People must find the courage to do the right thing. The health of the planet should be at the center of every political and economic conversations.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 19d

The first week of October isn’t just another page on the calendar. This time offers a rare convergence of wildlife spectacles that you may never have heard of before.

#travel #nationalparks

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The Biggest Fall Wildlife Events Happening In The U.S. Right Now

The first week of October isn't just another page on the calendar. This time offers a rare convergence of wildlife spectacles that you may have never heard of before.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 24d

Not all #hotel projects erase what came before. Some developers repurpose empty landmarks into #luxurystays that preserve structure, celebrate heritage and revitalize neighborhoods without sacrificing identity. #travel

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6 Urban Hotels That Carefully Transformed Abandoned Buildings Into Luxury Stays

Not all hotel projects erase what came before. Some developers repurpose empty landmarks into luxury stays that preserve structure, celebrate heritage and revitalize neighborhoods without sacrificing ...

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 26d

This is the last spoonful of cloudberry jam from #Finland I brought back from our summer trip. How sad? The only silver lining is that I still have bilberry jam. Sighhh. Already feel better. #travel

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 27d

Not all hotel projects erase what came before. Some developers repurpose empty landmarks into luxury stays that preserve structure, celebrate heritage and revitalize neighborhoods without sacrificing identity.
#travel #hotel

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6 Urban Hotels That Carefully Transformed Abandoned Buildings Into Luxury Stays

Not all hotel projects erase what came before. Some developers repurpose empty landmarks into luxury stays that preserve structure, celebrate heritage and revitalize neighborhoods without sacrificing ...

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 27d

Canadians cut more than 3 million trips to the U.S. this summer compared to 2024.

The vast majority of it was cross-border car travel that fell by roughly 2.7 million trips that are relatively low-cost, low-carbon and highly predictable.

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U.S. Lost 3 Million Of Its Most Sustainable Tourists This Summer

The dependable flow of Canadian visitors did not arrive this summer. Instead, Canadians spent their travel dollars either at home or overseas.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 28d

Hi Bella, nice to see you here. Yes, it was Kilkea Castle, a wonderful place to stay.

Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 29d

No bad weather, only bad clothing. Guess which country? #travel #nobadweather

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · 29d

Fall is among the best times for a road trip, and it becomes even more memorable when it is timed around iconic festivals. #travel #fallfoliage

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5 Fall Road Trips In The U.S. That Pair Changing Leaves With Unforgettable Events

Fall is among the best times for a road trip, and it becomes even more memorable when timed around iconic festivals.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Sep 18

Beyond his film career, Robert Redford built an equally powerful legacy in environmental activism.
#sundance #remember #robertredford
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Robert Redford's Legacy At Sundance And Its Sustainable Tourism Model

Robert Redford's legacy lives on beyond his movie career. Here is to remember his environmental activism that lasted for more than five decades.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Sep 16

#FatBearWeek 2025 kicks off on Sep 18, giving everyone a chance to crown the fattest brown bear in Alaska’s #Katmai National Park.

The online competition registered more than 1 million votes last year is back for its 11th season.

Want to know more? #travel #alaska

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Fat Bear Week 2025 To Bring Millions Closer To Alaska’s Brown Bears

Fat Bear Week 2025 kicks off on September 18, giving everyone a chance to crown the heftiest brown bear in Alaska’s Katmai National Park.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Sep 15

Cooler weather, fewer crowds and seasonal events make October one of the best months to visit these five U.S. national parks. Each for a different reason. #travel #nationalparks www.forbes.com/sites/emesem...

5 U.S. National Parks To Visit In October

Cooler weather, fewer crowds and seasonal events make October one of the best months to visit these five U.S. national parks.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Sep 11

Since the release of Netflix’s hit #KPopDemonHunters, a new wave of set-jetters has headed to South Korea to visit the real-life locations they saw in the film. But what if set-jetting could be more than taking photos in front of famous locations? #travel #southkorea
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3 KPop Demon Hunters Tours That Are More Than Photo Ops

Since the release of Netflix’s hit KPop Demon Hunters, a new wave of set-jetters has headed to South Korea to visit the real-life locations they saw in the film.

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Journeydude @scottishinsider.org · Aug 29

🪬🧿 There is no amount of money, oil, or gold in the world that is worth more than having bees, trees, and clean water.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Aug 5

But safari actually means 'journey’ in Swahili. And it should be so much more than just viewing wildlife. It should be about experiencing the land in every way possible. www.forbes.com/sites/emesem... #travel #africa #safari

5 Jeep-Free African Safari Adventures You Did Not Know Existed

Are travelers ready to leave the jeeps behind? These experiences challenge outdated ideas of what an African safari should be, by offering a deeper, more sustainable ways to explore the Old Continent.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Aug 2

I have seen over 100 crossings during my 16 years of guiding, but I have never seen anything like this. I was visibly shaking," said Nick Kleer, who posted a video showing safari vehicles disrupting the Great Migration at the Mara River. #tanzania #travel #safari www.forbes.com/sites/emesem...

Behind The Viral Video: How Safari Vehicles Endangered The Great Migration In Serengeti

A viral video from Serengeti exposes how overcrowded safari vehicles disrupted the Great Migration. What went wrong? What can tourists do to behave responsibly?

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Jul 14

New executive order aims to increase U.S. national park entrance fees for foreign visitors to boost funding and the same time a Supreme Court’s decision made NPS once again vulnerable to widespread staff reductions.
#forbes #trump #nationalparks
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Why Trump’s Fee Hike May Not Solve The Deeper Problems In U.S. National Parks

The White House issued an executive order to raise entrance fees for foreign visitors to U.S. national parks at the same time the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision made park staff once again vulnerable to...

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Jul 9

The primary locations of ‘Jurassic World:Rebirth’ in Thailand lie within national parks or protected areas. Visiting them responsibly is essential. Here is where it was filmed and how to visit each site with care for the environment. www.forbes.com/sites/emesem... #thailand #travel

Inside Thailand’s ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ Filming Locations And How To Visit Them

4 stunning ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ filming locations in Thailand including how to visit them responsibly.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Jul 5

If you forgot to book your July 4th plans, you’re not entirely out of luck. Not every national park in the United States requires advance reservations, timed entries or a lottery system. www.forbes.com/sites/emesem...

July 4th Is Coming And These U.S. National Parks Are Open To Last-Minute Visitors

If you forgot to book your July 4th plans, you are not entirely out of luck. Not every national park in the United States requires advance reservations, timed entries or a lottery system.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Jun 18

Whether it is witnessing ancient petroglyphs come alive with sunlight, meditating in the desert, or simply soaking in the longest golden hour of the year, the summer solstice offers a rare moment to be fully present. The only question is: where will you be? www.forbes.com/sites/emesem...

Summer Solstice 2025: Date, Time And Best U.S. Celebrations

The 2025 summer solstice falls on June 20. Discover exact timings, sacred U.S. sites aligned with the sun, and where to celebrate the longest day of the year.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Jun 16

U.S. is the only country among 184 global economies analyzed by WTCC and Oxford Economics that could lose $12.5 billion in international visitor spending this year. It is a 22.5% decline. the equivalent of California’s annual tourism tax revenue. www.forbes.com/sites/emesem... #travel #tourism

U.S. Could Lose $12.5 Billion In Visitor Spending, Equal To California’s Entire Tourism Tax Revenue

The U.S. is the only country among 184 global economies that is poised to lose a staggering $12.5 billion in international visitor spending this year. It is a 22.5% decline compared to 2024 and the eq...

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · Jun 5

#journorequest - all info about what I need for my #Forbes stories in June is my Substack. Please email me if you can comment on any topics. emesemaczko.substack.com/p/welcome-to...

Welcome to sunny June and new Forbes stories

From a regular contributor to Forbes covering sustainable travel.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · May 26

I am on the first session of #GSTC sustainable tourism training. It is SO inspiring to have discussions with 40+ travel professionals from all over the world across different industries but all with a similar frame of mind: how to make tourism a force of good.

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · May 23

Have you been to a country that had a “Do Not Travel” travel warning? If yes, which one? How was your experience? www.forbes.com/sites/emesem... #travel

6 Safe Destinations Defying The ‘Do Not Travel’ Label, Revealed By Travel Experts

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Emese Maczko @emesemaczko.bsky.social · May 7

For those who enjoy sipping their way through a destination at a relaxed pace, here are four slow travel experiences where the journey is just as flavorful as the destination. #travel #forbes www.forbes.com/sites/emesem...

Raise A Glass To Slow Travel: 4 Destinations To Savor Local Culture One Drink At A Time

For those who enjoy sipping their way through a destination at a relaxed pace, here are four additional slow travel experiences where the journey is just as flavorful as the destination.

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