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Destination Think
The Travel Beyond podcast brings you the travel industry’s most exciting innovations that address the greatest challenges facing communities and the planet. We partner with travel destinations and changemakers working toward a regenerative future where all people can flourish, and that means transforming the travel industry to respect the needs of residents, visitors, and the environment. At Destination Think, we believe travel can make the world a better place, but it must do so without environmental, economic and social harm. In the travel industry, and as travellers, we need to pair our words with meaningful action if we are going to improve our lives and the world. The solutions are in sight, and they need to be shared.Protecting our planet and shaping the future of travel is a big project that needs a big team. Tune in to hear from the inspiring travel leaders and many others committed to this vital project. And join us.www.destinationthink.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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03/12/2024

What does effective leadership look like right now?

In a world where the old playbooks no longer work, biologist and environmental professional Veronica Woodruff explores how adaptability, collaboration, and community action can reshape leadership, tackle complex challenges, and inspire meaningful change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32m
26/11/2024

Changing the Narrative: Truth-Telling in Tourism

In 2019, a living history museum in Barkerville, British Columbia began incorporating First Nations perspectives into its storytelling, largely due to the efforts of Cheryl Chapman (Sunrise When the Salmon Come) from the Xatśūll First Nation, who spent 26 years advocating for the shift. In this episode, Cheryl speaks with us about the powerful role storytelling and tourism can play in reconciliation and gives destinations tips for how to better engage with Indigenous neighbours.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34m
19/11/2024

What if we treated travel as part of the ecosystem?

When highways wash out, tourism stops—highlighting the deep connection between travel and the environment. In this episode, biologist and environmental professional Veronica Woodruff explores how cross-sector collaboration can strengthen tourism's resilience against extreme weather while supporting environmental restoration in the face of climate change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28m
12/11/2024

Adapting to tourism’s evolving relationship with wildlife – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast E6

Leonard Ellis knows more than most tourism operators what it means to pivot a business. Over his 50-year career, and as the owner of Bella Coola Grizzly Tours, he has transitioned from hunting big game to viewing them instead. But his motivation to bring balance to nature through guided tours is unchanged. Leonard has worked to re-introduce grizzly bears to an area where prior hunting outfitters had driven them out, and he says today’s trips are a lower-impact operation. But how do we know tourism’s best role in conservation? Are we sometimes harming when we think we’re helping? This conversation brings up hard questions and gives us a fascinating glimpse into what it means to roll with the changes in a tourism life on the land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47m
05/11/2024

Finding balance through tourism and agriculture – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast E5

She’s a CEO by day and a farmer by night, but in both roles, Amy Thacker is working to help people connect with the lands where they live and visit. Amy leads the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association to support the tourism industry in inviting visitors to see this vast, diverse region for themselves – and experience the positive culture shock of living off the grid. In this conversation, she shares why tourism and agriculture work so well together for her and debunks some common misconceptions some visitors have before they arrive, offering insight into educating visitors as a destination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46m
29/10/2024

Beyond the image: Using storytelling to inspire environmental action – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast E4

Chris Harris, a renowned photographer and adventurer, shares his deep connection to British Columbia’s Cariboo Chilcotin Coast region and his efforts to document the Chilcotin Ark, one of the most biodiverse wilderness areas in the temperate world. He explores how the Ark’s unique geography positions it as a potential refuge for life in the face of climate change, and how tourism can be a powerful tool to educate, inspire connection, and promote conservation and sustainability in this extraordinary landscape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1h 12m
22/10/2024

Electric innovations: Queenstown as a testbed for rapid decarbonization

How can the private sector work for public good? Rod Drury is a serial entrepreneur and Founder of Xero, a successful tech company based in Aotearoa New Zealand. Since stepping back from his roles as CEO and Director, Rod has been involved in some of the most exciting innovations taking place in Queenstown related to electrification – areas like energy production, public transport, and marine technology. In this fireside chat with Destination Think CEO Rodney Payne, he shares what he has learned from those projects and advice for other business leaders looking to make an impact where it matters.Learn about the latest innovations for tourism, travel and communities around the world at:https://innovate.destinationthink.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34m
15/10/2024

Equity in tourism: How travel is helping destinations become more equitable places to live

How can travel contribute to creating more equitable communities? Ben Lyman, Head of Communications at the Travel Foundation and Bernadette Papp, Senior Researcher at the European Tourism Futures Institute discuss new research on equity in tourism. Developed by a consortium of researchers and sponsoring organizations including Destination Think, they share case studies and strategies for travel industry leaders and how destinations are evolving to integrate tourism as a catalyst for local equity solutions.Learn about the latest innovations for tourism, travel and communities around the world at:https://innovate.destinationthink.com/eventYou can access the Creating Equitable Destinations report after it is released at: https://www.thetravelfoundation.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35m
08/10/2024

How travel businesses can go beyond offsetting to accelerate real decarbonization

What can travel businesses do to make a substantial impact in their climate actions? Shannon Guihan, Chief Sustainability Officer at The Travel Corporation, discusses moving beyond carbon offsetting to achieve genuine decarbonization. As the parent company of many tourism brands including Trafalgar and Contiki, The Travel Corporation has committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions. In this session, Shannon describes the company’s innovative Carbon Fund and explains how other businesses can adapt similar strategies to make meaningful progress. She also provides tips for presenting these changes to the C-suite and emphasizes why the travel industry needs a stronger voice in sustainability discussions.Learn about the latest innovations for tourism, travel and communities around the world at: https://innovate.destinationthink.com/event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24m
01/10/2024

100 Solutions for a Better Travel Tomorrow

Launched on World Tourism Day, 100 Travel Innovations is a collaborative effort among destinations worldwide to spotlight existing solutions to our most pressing challenges in tourism. By bringing together insights from 35 countries and six continents, this initiative demonstrates that solutions for critical issues like climate resilience, biodiversity, and cultural preservation already exist. With a focus on real-world examples, 100 Travel Innovations aims to inspire travellers and industry stakeholders alike to embrace these proven strategies and accelerate positive change in the travel sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
48m
24/09/2024

Behind the scenes mini-sode: 24 Hours of Travel Innovation on World Tourism Day

Travel has the capacity to create positive change, and in many places around the world, it's already happening. The team at Destination Think has been researching the travel industry’s greatest innovations to some of the world’s biggest challenges, uncovering countless ways tourism leaders are stepping up and making an impact. In this episode, get a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming event, 24 Hours of Travel Innovation, and hear how global changemakers are driving the systemic transformation needed for a better future. Find out more at: https://innovate.destinationthink.com/event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8m
17/09/2024

Lead Tourism for Good: The 10-year vision behind Canada’s most iconic destination

If it was your job to invite the world to visit one of Canada's most famous travel destinations while also working fiercely alongside the tourism industry and community to protect its incredible environment, how would you do it? You'd need to find alignment on what matters most.Leslie Bruce and her team at Banff & Lake Louise Tourism collaborated with the Town of Banff, Parks Canada, and more than 2,000 local residents to create a vision for tourism that remains in harmony with the needs of both the community and the environment.In this episode, Leslie Bruce shares how Banff National Park is innovating and adapting to preserve its incredible environment and visitor experiences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42m
10/09/2024

Pause, listen, grow: How an emerging tourism town puts community first – Cochrane, Alberta

“When we travel, we pause.” Callandra Caufield knows travel can be transformative. She also knows it can transform communities for better and for worse. As Executive Director at Explore Cochrane, she’s working with residents to bring tourism’s greatest benefits to town while creating visitor experiences that match local values. In this episode, she reflects on her role in shaping a tourism economy that works for Cochrane and preserves its natural surroundings. She describes the distinct advantages the town has as an emerging destination and what it takes to put the community first in tourism planning. Hint: It all begins with taking a moment to pause and listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31m
03/09/2024

E-bikes and electric Zambonis are helping sports fans breathe easier in Vernon, BC

For hockey fans, the Zamboni has long been a fixture at arenas for treating ice surfaces before games and in between periods. And for just as long, these vehicles have needed fuel to get around. But the City of Vernon in British Columbia has begun electrifying its Zamboni fleet alongside other city vehicles. In this episode, we talk with Torrie Silverthorn, Tourism Manager at Tourism Vernon and Jonny Rockall, Zamboni driver and e-bike entrepreneur, about the benefits of electrification in this growing sports tourism destination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42m
27/08/2024

Your move, travel industry: Carbon removal is poised for growth – AirMiners Part 2

Today, we turn toward travel’s role in supporting carbon removal. For Tito Jankowski of AirMiners, travel doesn’t have a future without this climate solution. Today’s airline CEOs and industry leaders have the chance to invest in carbon removal early. And wouldn’t it be nice to know that the offsets you buy from an airline are actually working? All this and more in today’s episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33m
20/08/2024

The next exponential solution? AirMiners and carbon removal – AirMiners Part 1

Is carbon removal about to take off? What is its potential for large-scale impact as a climate solution? As the Co-Founder and CEO of AirMiners, Tito Jankowski is leading a global community of over 2000 scientists, entrepreneurs, engineers, policymakers, and others dedicated to reversing climate change. In part 1 of this episode, he shares why carbon removal is so important, why it’s an industry on the brink of massive growth, and how travel organizations can support the transition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31m
13/08/2024

The circumstances of change: Innovation at UBC’s Creative Destruction Lab

Under what circumstances would change be possible? Questions like these fuel the work of Paul Cubbon, whose leadership at the University of British Columbia’s Creative Destruction Lab enables early-stage businesses to scale their innovations and impact in a variety of interrelated fields affecting the health of humanity, the planet, and economies. Paul has a view of some of the world’s most exciting technological innovations, and he shares what drives his conviction that rapid, scalable improvements are possible as people seek to build a better world. He offers suggestions for changemakers seeking to remove common barriers.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36m
06/08/2024

Hope and a reality check from Dr. Susanne Becken, sustainable tourism professor

Dr. Susanne Becken has been studying sustainable tourism for more than 20 years and is an experienced science communicator. As a researcher and Professor of Sustainable Tourism at Griffith University, she brings a clear perspective about the future of the travel industry in light of current climate forecasts, and what we might need to do next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24m
30/07/2024

Finding travel’s purpose again – an updated chat with Dutch strategist Ewout Versloot

Let’s reflect on why we care about using travel to make the world a better place. It’s something Ewout, a strategist with the Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions (and a new father), has been thinking about a lot. In 2023, we sat down with him to learn about his perspective on the current state of tourism and how that has impacted NBTC’s new vision going forward.  In this updated episode, we also check in with Ewout on the latest from NBTC, including this new report on the climate impact of international travellers to The Netherlands, which measures the “eco-efficiency” of each visiting nation’s travellers.https://www.nbtc.nl/nl/site/actueel/de-co2-impact-van-internationaal-bezoek-aan-nederland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38m
23/07/2024

How guided tours help preserve nature – Bend E6

People are going to explore, and it matters how they do it. Bend’s Wanderlust Tours guides visiting explorers is a way that preserves the lands and waters everyone relies on. Co-owner Jared Garfield shares several solutions related to visitor education and advice for tourism businesses seeking to make a positive community impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
59m
16/07/2024

Bottom-up solutions: The bike shop making Bend better – Bend E5

“All we’re doing is building relationships.” Pine Mountain Sports is a solar-powered bike shop with a commitment to making Bend a better place to live. Owner Dan McGarigle talks about the impact his business makes as a community resource, and how Bend influences visitors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53m
09/07/2024

Tourism’s impact on Tribal lands: Warm Springs Reservation – Bend E4

Around 50% of Bend’s visitors arrive by travelling through the nearby Warm Springs Reservation. Local artist and radio producer Marge Kalama discusses how tourism impacts Warm Springs, emphasizing the importance of care for the land, the continuation of her community’s cultural practices, and the opportunities for collaboration with organizations in the Bend area. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44m
02/07/2024

Why “complete communities” make more sustainable places – Bend E3

What began as one lawyer’s mission to save a forest is now Central Oregon LandWatch, an NGO overseeing rural and urban planning related to lands, waters, and issues like affordable housing. Executive Director Ben Gordon outlines the challenges ahead for this region and explains why more holistic community planning will make Bend a more attractive place to live and visit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47m
25/06/2024

Learning from resident sentiment studies at OSU’s Sustainable Tourism Lab – Bend E2

How do locals really feel about tourism? Todd Montgomery is answering that question through the Oregon State University Sustainable Tourism Lab, which has studied resident sentiment in more than 100 destinations. Todd shares some of his findings and why research like his is valuable to DMOs working toward better stewardship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49m
18/06/2024

How Bend reinvests tourism dollars into local services – Bend E1

During her time as Visit Bend’s first Sustainability Director, Serena Gordon worked to help locals reap the rewards of their hometown’s popularity through programs like the Bend Sustainability Fund. She shares advice for other destination leaders working for change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46m
11/06/2024

Grenada’s reef pyramids and legacy restoration projects

Undersea pyramids and above-ground mangrove forests are the topics of discussion today as we visit the Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development in Grenada. Phil Saye started the Grenada Artificial Reef Project in 2013 to encourage coral growth using simple techniques. It’s a successful experiment that can be replicated elsewhere, Phil says, and he shares not only why the project is so important to the ecosystem, but how the project is set up to leave a legacy that will outlast this generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33m
04/06/2024

Conversations the travel industry isn’t having yet – Replay and update

Which conversations are we avoiding in the travel industry? Destination managers and travel industry leaders are under increasing public pressure to follow up their sustainable words with action, says today’s guest, Signe Jungersted. Signe worked on The End of Tourism As We Know It strategy as Director of Development at Wonderful Copenhagen. She continues to lead destinations and communities through change at Group NAO, where she is CEO and Founding Partner. This episode, she explains why the tourism industry needs to take itself seriously as a solution to the climate crisis and why the best pathway forward for DMOs is to step into a more expansive role. Plus, we share a few new examples of climate resilience projects happening in tourism destinations.This episode originally aired in January 2024. Read the blog at: https://destinationthink.com/blog/whats-taboo-conversations-the-travel-industry-isnt-having-yet/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40m
28/05/2024

Meaningful tourism and sustainable living at the Danish Architecture Center – Copenhagen E5

The director of the Danish Architecture Center highlights the center's role as a catalyst for promoting sustainable urban development. We explore how inclusive approaches to urban planning are vital in shaping Copenhagen’s future and tourism's positive impact in spreading knowledge beyond the city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31m
21/05/2024

Bringing Copenhagen back home: How travel impacts grassroots sustainability – Copenhagen E4

Like a souvenir that takes up no room in your suitcase, learning has always fit perfectly with travel. And some entrepreneurs in Copenhagen have taken it upon themselves to ensure travellers are going home with a better understanding of how to advocate for change in their communities and take small steps to make better choices in their personal lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34m
14/05/2024

Lighthouses showing the way to true sustainability – Copenhagen E3

The solutions to the world's problems already exist, says architect Anders Lendager. This episode, Anders tells us about his journey towards sustainable architecture, emphasizing the need for transformative "lighthouse" projects that can show the way forward. Through examples of his designs like Upcycle House and Resource Rows, he shows that sustainable solutions provide an economic advantage. We also chat about the role of travel in promoting sustainable practices and hear about some of the opportunities ahead for cities seeking a sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50m
07/05/2024

The two biggest jobs ahead for travel destinations – Copenhagen E2

Travel destinations can gather support to lead large-scale sustainability actions, says Wonderful Copenhagen CEO Mikkel Aarø-Hansen. He shares how his destination management organization, in coalition with others, influenced the cruise industry to pollute less. Mikkel also tells us about the two biggest jobs ahead for sustainability-minded destinations and their leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49m
30/04/2024

Don’t copy, be inspired: Learning from Copenhagen’s longest-serving mayor – Copenhagen E1

“Don’t copy, be inspired.” What’s it like to have a long-term vision and then see it come true? We get into it with Jens Kramer Mikkelsen, Copenhagen’s longest-serving mayor. From 1989 to 2004, Jens led the city by assembling a broad coalition of support for major infrastructure projects that have helped make Copenhagen the vibrant global capital it is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36m
23/04/2024

Part 2: Teaching visitors the value of restoration – Načiks (Tofino) E6

How can travellers make a positive impact when they visit and take home some sustainable values? Two leaders from local NGOs in Načiks (Tofino) tell us about their organizations’ long-term restoration projects, relationships with local First Nations, and how they are trying to encourage a culture of conservation among visitors. This is a two-part episode featuring Emily Fulton of Redd Fish Restoration Society and Michelle Hall of Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31m
16/04/2024

Part 1: Teaching visitors the value of restoration – Načiks (Tofino) E6

How can travellers make a positive impact when they visit and take home sustainable values? Two leaders from local NGOs in Načiks (Tofino) tell us about their organizations’ long-term restoration projects, relationships with local First Nations, and how they are trying to encourage a culture of conservation among visitors. This is a two-part episode featuring Emily Fulton of Redd Fish Restoration Society and Michelle Hall of Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35m
09/04/2024

The allyship journey: How tourism businesses are collaborating toward a better future – Načiks (Tofino) E5

How to be an ally to First Nations? Within Tofino’s tourism industry, one way is to pledge your business to the Tribal Parks Allies program. The program provides direct benefits, financial and otherwise, to the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, where the town is located. Can this model of settler-Indigenous allyship spread to other places? We speak with Julian Hockin-Grant to learn about how this project came to be and where it might go next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
37m
02/04/2024

Why wilderness is a myth: Tribal Parks Guardians and the language of respect – Načiks (Tofino) E4

The travel industry has been selling “wilderness” adventures for a long time. But does wilderness really exist? This episode we learn from two Tla-o-qui-aht leaders about their culture’s care for the environment, why many Indigenous languages have no word for wilderness, and how Indigenous knowledge can unlock new ways of practicing respectful travel. We also learn about the ʔiisaak Pledge and how Tribal Parks Guardians are protecting the lands many people visit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
52m
26/03/2024

Tribal Park Allies: Forming a coalition to steward the environment – Načiks (Tofino) E3

In 1984, a logging blockade led to the creation of the first Tribal Park near Tofino, British Columbia. Four decades later, the Tribal Parks Allies program is building a coalition of support for restoration among members of the tourism industry. The project brings in reliable funding for Indigenous-led sustainable projects and cultural revitalization. Saya Masso, Lands and Resource Director at Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, explains the positive impact alongside a history lesson about those who have protected the forests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38m
19/03/2024

Stewardship solutions from Ahousaht First Nation – Načiks (Tofino) E2

A social enterprise and a stewardship fee from tourism businesses are two ways Ahousaht First Nation is regaining the ability to control its tourism destiny. Head Hereditary Chief Hasheukumiss (Richard George) and Hereditary Chief ?ikaatius (Tyson Atleo) are co-owners of Ahous Adventures on behalf of the Nation. They describe these solutions and others they’re using to care for nature, lift up their people, and point the way to a flourishing future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44m
12/03/2024

“This beautiful place was fought for.” – Načiks (Tofino) E1

This season of Travel Beyond shows a way forward for every place threatened by climate risks or grappling with what it means to host visitors on Indigenous territory. Welcome to Načiks (Tofino).During 2023’s bustling summer, the only route in and out of Tofino, British Columbia was blocked by wildfires for 17 days. Brad Parsell of Tourism Tofino shares how the community responded and why every positive change a travel organization can make relies on rock solid relationships. Elder and former Chief Moses Martin of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation tells us about the 1980s-90s War in the Woods and the impact Indigenous stewardship has had on protecting the lush environment so many visitors now enjoy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57m
05/03/2024

Corporate sustainability has failed: Here’s a better lever for change

Auden Schendler is a decades-long corporate sustainability veteran and climate leader with Aspen Skiing Company. He shares what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why truly effective climate action in business comes from wielding power and influence to drive systemic change. Read Aspen One’s 2024 sustainability report called “25 Years of Questions”: https://www.aspensnowmass.com/discover/sustainability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16m
27/02/2024

Bhutan’s 50-year quest for sustainable visitation – Replay and update

Since 2022, Bhutan’s Sustainable Development Fee has gone through some dramatic changes, rising from $65 to $200 per day before falling to $100 with allowances for longer stays. Why? As international travel grows, the country continues its search for the right harmony between visitors, residents, and the environment, which means making sure the Bhutanese public benefits from the wealth tourism can bring. The visitors fee is one piece of that puzzle. In this updated replay episode from season one, our 2022 conversation with Damcho Rinzin from the Tourism Council of Bhutan outlines the thinking behind the sustainable tourism solutions they’ve been working on since the 1970s, and we share a new update on their recent progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33m
20/02/2024

Why sustainability includes culture, language, and land – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast E3

Travellers are always looking for connection, says Sunrise When the Salmon Come (Cheryl Chapman). Cheryl works with Indigenous Tourism BC to make that connection happen, assisting Indigenous communities and entrepreneurs in sharing their living culture with visitors. She openly shares some of the challenges of telling the truth about colonialism’s impacts on First Nations, and tells us how she weaves together a fuller picture of history that leads people to consider how interconnected we are with the land, other people, and all life. Content warning: This episode contains frank discussions of Canada’s residential school system and abuses stemming from colonialism in BC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32m
13/02/2024

Celebrating rural innovations and combating “impact fatigue” – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast E2

In 2017 came the wildfires. In 2020, the pandemic. In a time of dramatic changes and climate risks, it’s easy to see why this region might be feeling a little disaster fatigue. But Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association is working to support the tourism industry as operators share successes, deliver experiences, and plan for the future. CEO Amy Thacker describes the role her organization is filling and why sustainable actions come naturally to locals, even if they’d use other words to describe it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21m
06/02/2024

Truth and visitation: How exposing painful histories through travel can bring healing – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast E1

Can travel lead to truth and reconciliation? Mike Retasket, former five-term Chief of Bonaparte First Nation in British Columbia, describes how he shares the dark aspects of history with travellers, and how that storytelling can lead to healing. He’s enthusiastic about the opportunities tourism can bring to Indigenous communities, and he shares his unusual journey into the travel industry.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22m
30/01/2024

Uplifting experiences: Ziptrek Ecotours shares its carbon-accounting journey – Queenstown Lakes Solutions E2

Hop on the gondola – here’s another tourism operator leading the way to carbon zero in Queenstown Lakes. Trent Yeo tells us about building a business in harmony with his values for sustainability and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22m
23/01/2024

The net-positive-energy lodge bringing Queenstown Lakes toward carbon zero – Queenstown Lakes Solutions E1

What do sustainable solutions in travel really look like? We visit The Headwaters Eco Lodge at Camp Glenorchy, where Rodney tours through a whole host of climate-friendly operations that are leading the way to a decarbonized visitor economy in Queenstown Lakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35m
16/01/2024

Conversations the travel industry isn’t having yet | Europe’s Travel Leaders E8

Which conversations are we avoiding in the travel industry? Destination managers and travel industry leaders are under increasing public pressure to follow up their sustainable words with action, says today’s guest, Signe Jungersted. Signe worked on The End of Tourism As We Know It strategy as Director of Development at Wonderful Copenhagen. She continues to lead destinations and communities through change at Group NAO, where she is CEO and Founding Partner. In this episode, she explains why the tourism industry needs to take itself seriously as a solution to the climate crisis and why the best pathway forward for DMOs is to step into a more expansive role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39m
12/12/2023

Changemakers live here: Lessons from 3 more places that inspired us this year

Noosa’s residents and council are teaming up, Alaska’s bursting with new energy, and tourism on Fogo Island has a nutritious impact. Destination Think’s Climate Strategist Tyler Robinson joins co-producers Sara Raymond de Booy and David Archer to appreciate some fine examples of leadership and action in the travel industry. All the green energy is warming our hearts and sparking our imaginations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41m
05/12/2023

The advantage and responsibility of being first – Europe’s Travel Leaders E7

Copenhagen is often thought of as the greenest city in the world. But they didn’t earn that title by accident. We sit down with the CEO at Wonderful Copenhagen, Mikkel Aarø-Hansen, to learn about his approach to making change and his inspiring advice for leaders hoping to do the same. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23m
28/11/2023

Green waves of change: Lessons from Valencia | Europe’s Travel Leaders E6

97% of Valencia’s inhabitants live within 300 metres of green urban areas and it’s set to be named 2024’s Green Capital by the European Commission. A combination of brilliant data gathering, initiatives to improve liveability, and policies supporting Sustainability are making a huge positive impact on residents and visitors alike. We chat with Visit Valencia’s Miguel Angel Perez Alba to learn more about the wins and challenges he’s working with to keep making a difference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15m