The South Pacific nation faces major environmental challenges, from the destruction of coral reefs to rising sea levels. At least one resort is asking tourists to help.
5 Places: Five Places to Shop in Arusha, Tanzania
For in-the-know locals and travelers alike, the downtown area is a place to linger and shop in a city known as a quick layover to safari destinations.
Australia’s Kangaroo Island gets a slick new airport
In typical Australian style, Kangaroo Island is enormous. At 4416 sq km and 155km from end to end, it’s the third-biggest island in the country. Overrun with native wildlife (plenty of kangaroos) and laced with superb beaches and rock formations, it’s a low-key haven for hikers, surfers, campers, foodies and nature-lovers. Kangaroos, Stokes Bay, Kangaroo […]
Ancient Mesoamerican ballgame brought back to life in Mexico City
Mexico City locals in the northern neighbourhood of Azcapotzalco are bringing back an ancient Mesoamerican tradition with a modern twist. The town recently built a brand new community centre called Xochikialli which has been designed to teach pre-hispanic traditions. This includes lessons in Xilam, an ancient Aztec form of martial arts and classes for people […]