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Can tourism help protect wildlife? An interview with Dr. Yvonne Würz of PETA

Can tourism help protect wildlife? An interview with Dr. Yvonne Würz of PETA

The issue of animal welfare while travelling is a sensitive one. Many tourists trust names like ‘Wildlife Sanctuary’, but in doing so, they sometimes support activities that cause animal suffering. However, according to PETA wildlife expert Dr Yvonne Würz, wildlife tourism can help protect animals…

Cuisine in Vietnam—from French influences to more sustainable fish consumption

Cuisine in Vietnam—from French influences to more sustainable fish consumption

Anyone travelling to Vietnam for the first time would probably expect to find rice noodles, spring rolls and plenty of fish on the menu. However, many wouldn’t expect to find croissants or coffee with condensed milk. Yet these items are an integral part of everyday…

Vacations by the Lake and River, or: Why Freshwater Is So Valuable to Us

Vacations by the Lake and River, or: Why Freshwater Is So Valuable to Us

When you think of a vacation by the water, does the ocean come to mind first? No wonder—about 71% of the Earth’s surface is covered in water, and over 97% of that is saltwater. That’s more than enough reason for us to take a closer…

Recipe: “Venison served two ways” from Naturresort Gerbehof on Lake Constance

Recipe: “Venison served two ways” from Naturresort Gerbehof on Lake Constance

If you’re going to serve meat, it should be carefully selected and treated as something special. That’s exactly how they do it at Naturresort Gerbehof on Lake Constance. This family-run, organic hotel has shared its recipe for “Venison Served Two Ways” with us.

Biohacking? Be wary of this trend, learn what it has to do with sustainability, and discover why infrared is exciting nonetheless

Biohacking? Be wary of this trend, learn what it has to do with sustainability, and discover why infrared is exciting nonetheless

Biohacking sounds like a high-tech, control-freak activity that requires a lot of money. Like people who treat their bodies like a startup: measuring, optimizing, and debugging. Think ice baths in the garden, sleep trackers on your wrist, and the belief that the right morning routine…