Emilie Hagedoorn
@emiliehagedoorn.bsky.social
Responsible Tourism & Market Access - Supports tourism SMEs from developing countries - Owner Green Heart Tourism - Community Tourism Developer @ Traditional African Homestays TAHS-SA - Fair Trade Tourism board member - Check www.greenhearttourism.com
‘Generous visas, permissive attitudes and a budget-friendly tourism industry built around coconut tree-lined beaches and free-spirited nightlife have turned the “Land of Smiles” into one of the world’s most-visited destinations.’ #responsibletourism #leakage #ownership #thailand
Thailand has spent decades selling itself as a paradise where foreign nationals can arrive with few questions asked. Now, the country is confronting the consequences of that success.
Thai locals confront the consequences of the country’s decades-long tourism push
Locals say a surge in foreign-run businesses and land ownership is reshaping communities beyond recognition, breeding resentment.
ebx.sh
October 5, 2026 at 7:25 AM
‘Generous visas, permissive attitudes and a budget-friendly tourism industry built around coconut tree-lined beaches and free-spirited nightlife have turned the “Land of Smiles” into one of the world’s most-visited destinations.’ #responsibletourism #leakage #ownership #thailand
Will a primary-residence requirement for short term rentals in Cape Town ‘help locals stay rooted in neighbourhoods they love and homes they can afford’? #southafrica #responsibletourism #airbnb #spatialapartheid
Airbnb by-law doesn’t do enough to address Cape Town’s housing crisis
Only primary residences should be allowed on Airbnb
groundup.org.za
October 4, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Will a primary-residence requirement for short term rentals in Cape Town ‘help locals stay rooted in neighbourhoods they love and homes they can afford’? #southafrica #responsibletourism #airbnb #spatialapartheid
Insane! Amsterdam’s ridiculous #TikTok queues push house prices down. #responsibletourism #betterplacetolive
TikTokrij jaagt huizenprijzen op Amsterdamse grachtengordel omlaag
Een TikTokrij in de straat veroorzaakt niet alleen overlast voor omwonenden, nieuw onderzoek wijst uit dat de rijen ook een prijskaartje hebben. Huizen in de buurt van een op TikTok populaire snackbar...
www.rtl.nl
September 29, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Insane! Amsterdam’s ridiculous #TikTok queues push house prices down. #responsibletourism #betterplacetolive
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Hoe vinden Meta-medewerkers hun eigen Meta-bril? (Samen met @bitsoffreedom.eurosky.social)
September 23, 2026 at 6:31 AM
Hoe vinden Meta-medewerkers hun eigen Meta-bril? (Samen met @bitsoffreedom.eurosky.social)
The problem with using #AI in trip planning: you need to already know your destination really well. Most people don’t….. #responsibletourism #adventuretravel
Hikers using ChatGPT to navigate Mount Shasta have gotten lost. In one instance this week, a group of climbers had to be rescued: “It was terrible — terrible — not even close to accurate.”
Climbers rescued from Mount Shasta after relying on ChatGPT for trip planning
Hikers using ChatGPT to navigate Mount Shasta have gotten lost. In one instance this week, a group of climbers had to be rescued: “It was terrible — terrible — not even close to accurate.”
bit.ly
September 3, 2026 at 6:29 AM
The problem with using #AI in trip planning: you need to already know your destination really well. Most people don’t….. #responsibletourism #adventuretravel
The floods earlier this year required a rethink of core infrastructure in South Africa’s well-visited Kruger Park. Tourism activity there supports all other national parks so it needs to remain a succesful destination. #responsibletourism #wildlife #safari #conservation #communities
Kruger National Park prepares to ‘build back better’ after R1bn flood damage
After January’s extreme weather exposed serious vulnerabilities and resulted in the evacuation of more than 500 guests, the famed game reserve is rethinking its roads, bridges and other infrastructure...
www.dailymaverick.co.za
August 24, 2026 at 11:55 AM
The floods earlier this year required a rethink of core infrastructure in South Africa’s well-visited Kruger Park. Tourism activity there supports all other national parks so it needs to remain a succesful destination. #responsibletourism #wildlife #safari #conservation #communities
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In seven EU countries, aviation’s climate impact – considering both CO2 and non-CO2 effects – is now higher than cars.
The growth in aviation emissions threatens to cancel out gains made elsewhere by EV uptake and jeopardise Europe’s successes.
Check out the state of EU aviation ➡️ bit.ly/4bNNbD0
The growth in aviation emissions threatens to cancel out gains made elsewhere by EV uptake and jeopardise Europe’s successes.
Check out the state of EU aviation ➡️ bit.ly/4bNNbD0
August 18, 2026 at 8:15 AM
In seven EU countries, aviation’s climate impact – considering both CO2 and non-CO2 effects – is now higher than cars.
The growth in aviation emissions threatens to cancel out gains made elsewhere by EV uptake and jeopardise Europe’s successes.
Check out the state of EU aviation ➡️ bit.ly/4bNNbD0
The growth in aviation emissions threatens to cancel out gains made elsewhere by EV uptake and jeopardise Europe’s successes.
Check out the state of EU aviation ➡️ bit.ly/4bNNbD0
Some top tips for those of you working in tourism and not sure about the ramifications of #EmpCo regulations! #responsibletourism #greenwashing #marketing
Throughout the last 1.5 yrs, together with our partner reCET, we've analysed numerous tourism marketing materials, developed tools and guidelines for credible sustainability communications, and supported hundreds of stakeholders on compliant AND compelling messaging.
Key lessons on #EmpCo ...
Key lessons on #EmpCo ...
August 19, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Some top tips for those of you working in tourism and not sure about the ramifications of #EmpCo regulations! #responsibletourism #greenwashing #marketing
‘Hundreds of people overwhelmed a mountain hut in the Italian Dolomites, not for the panoramic views but in search of a creamy pastry, reigniting the debate about social-media-driven tourism.’ #responsibletourism #overtourism
Tourists on pastry quest overrun scenic spot in Italian mountains
Tourists on pastry quest overrun scenic spot in Italian mountains
Alpine communities hit out after influencer videos draw huge queues to Friedrich August refuge in Dolomites
www.theguardian.com
August 19, 2026 at 5:44 AM
‘Hundreds of people overwhelmed a mountain hut in the Italian Dolomites, not for the panoramic views but in search of a creamy pastry, reigniting the debate about social-media-driven tourism.’ #responsibletourism #overtourism
Ik vond het anders best heet deze zomer in Den Haag…. 🥵 🇳🇱 #coolcation #klimaat #hittegolf #duurzaamtoerisme
The New York Times prijst Den Haag aan als koele reisbestemming
Wie de Europese hitte wil vermijden tijdens de zomervakantie, moet niet naar Parijs of Barcelona. Den Haag is volgens The New York Times de perfecte plek voor een ‘coolcation’. Een vergelijkbare aanbe...
www.volkskrant.nl
August 16, 2026 at 8:12 AM
Ik vond het anders best heet deze zomer in Den Haag…. 🥵 🇳🇱 #coolcation #klimaat #hittegolf #duurzaamtoerisme
‘Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last.’
Temperature is not the only factor that determines where we go on holiday, for now. 🥵#responsibletourism
Temperature is not the only factor that determines where we go on holiday, for now. 🥵#responsibletourism
Will ‘coolcations’ change the geography of international tourism?
Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last.
www.euronews.com
August 16, 2026 at 8:02 AM
‘Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last.’
Temperature is not the only factor that determines where we go on holiday, for now. 🥵#responsibletourism
Temperature is not the only factor that determines where we go on holiday, for now. 🥵#responsibletourism
Well done Australia! Hope @ec.europa.eu @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu @robjetten.bsky.social sees this too. #AI #datacenters #energy #water #exploitation
The Government™ has made an ad about Ai Data Centres, and it’s surprisingly honest and informative.
Honest Government Ad | Ai Data Centres
YouTube video by thejuicemedia
www.youtube.com
August 13, 2026 at 5:25 AM
Well done Australia! Hope @ec.europa.eu @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu @robjetten.bsky.social sees this too. #AI #datacenters #energy #water #exploitation
‘In the most saturated and climate-exposed destinations, less tourism overall may have to be part of the answer. This would mean managing a transition away from a tourism model dependent on ever-rising visitor numbers.’ #responsibletourism #destinationmarketing
More than 370,000 people have been evacuated across southern and western Europe since summer began. Can tourism adapt?
Europe’s summer holidays are over
The continent’s peak season is now defined by extreme heat. Its approach to tourism must change
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
August 9, 2026 at 4:42 PM
‘In the most saturated and climate-exposed destinations, less tourism overall may have to be part of the answer. This would mean managing a transition away from a tourism model dependent on ever-rising visitor numbers.’ #responsibletourism #destinationmarketing
‘Cape Verde, the African archipelago where turtles return and young people leave. The #tourism boom coexists with mass emigration, fragile families, high teenage pregnancy rates, as well as the environmental challenges of a territory that has very scarce resources.’ #capeverde #employment
Cape Verde, the African archipelago where turtles return and young people leave
The tourism boom coexists with mass emigration, fragile families, high teenage pregnancy rates, as well as the environmental challenges of a territory that has very scarce resources
english.elpais.com
August 9, 2026 at 4:34 PM
‘Cape Verde, the African archipelago where turtles return and young people leave. The #tourism boom coexists with mass emigration, fragile families, high teenage pregnancy rates, as well as the environmental challenges of a territory that has very scarce resources.’ #capeverde #employment
‘South Africa’s coastal regions, in particular, have seen a surge in short-term rentals cropping up, mirroring the opportunities and pitfalls of this micro-economy seen in other major global cities: rising prices and ‘grey area’ operation.’ #responsibletourism #capetown #gardenroute ##airbnb
New laws for Airbnbs and other short-term rentals in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town has published a new draft Short-Term Letting By-Law for public comment.
businesstech.co.za
August 9, 2026 at 8:02 AM
‘South Africa’s coastal regions, in particular, have seen a surge in short-term rentals cropping up, mirroring the opportunities and pitfalls of this micro-economy seen in other major global cities: rising prices and ‘grey area’ operation.’ #responsibletourism #capetown #gardenroute ##airbnb
‘Cape Town’s draft Short‑Term Letting By‑Law reclassifies many Airbnb-style rentals as commercial, raising rates and requiring registration — but will it free inner‑city housing for local renters?’ #responsibletourism #southafrica #airbnb #shorttermrental
Foreign visitors versus locals — is Hill-Lewis finally addressing CT’s inner city housing squeeze?
Cape Town’s draft Short‑Term Letting By‑Law reclassifies many Airbnb-style rentals as commercial, raising rates and requiring registration — but will it free inner‑city housing for local renters?…
www.dailymaverick.co.za
August 9, 2026 at 7:55 AM
‘Cape Town’s draft Short‑Term Letting By‑Law reclassifies many Airbnb-style rentals as commercial, raising rates and requiring registration — but will it free inner‑city housing for local renters?’ #responsibletourism #southafrica #airbnb #shorttermrental
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#Turkey and #Egypt blocked a #gay cruise from docking, raising economic concerns as #LGBTQ+ #tourism grows.
www.nbcnews.com/video/turkey...
www.nbcnews.com/video/turkey...
Gay cruise denied access to some ports despite booming LGBTQ+ tourism industry
Turkey and Egypt blocked a gay-themed cruise from docking at its ports on a recent Mediterranean trip. It's raising questions about how these policies could hurt their economies as the LGBTQ+ tourism ...
www.nbcnews.com
August 1, 2026 at 9:39 AM
‘A wildfire that began in a landfill on Paros has led to the arrest of the local mayor and exposed the environmental costs of overtourism on Greece’s islands, where rapid development has outpaced basic infrastructure.’ #responsibletourism
Greece’s island fires expose risks of tourism boom
Wildfire on Paros that started in a saturated landfill leads to mayor’s arrest
www.ft.com
August 2, 2026 at 8:42 AM
‘A wildfire that began in a landfill on Paros has led to the arrest of the local mayor and exposed the environmental costs of overtourism on Greece’s islands, where rapid development has outpaced basic infrastructure.’ #responsibletourism
‘While Europe’s new climate reality threatens the survival of the traditional summer break, the answer for #tourism boards is not to stop promoting Europe. It is to find ways to spend public money more responsibly.’ #destinationmarketing #climatechange
More than 370,000 people have been evacuated across southern and western Europe since summer began. Can tourism adapt?
Europe’s summer holidays are over
The continent’s peak season is now defined by extreme heat. Its approach to tourism must change
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
August 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM
‘While Europe’s new climate reality threatens the survival of the traditional summer break, the answer for #tourism boards is not to stop promoting Europe. It is to find ways to spend public money more responsibly.’ #destinationmarketing #climatechange
SKÅL International: ‘premiums for #tourism businesses in Spanish areas prone to wildfires have risen by 15 percent annually over the past five years, while premiums for coastal properties in Italy rose 25 percent in the five years through 2022 due to more frequent storm surges and flooding.’
Climate change is turning parts of Europe into an insurance nightmare
Frequent, expensive natural disasters are testing Europe’s ability to protect itself against the cost of global warming.
www.politico.eu
July 30, 2026 at 7:32 AM
SKÅL International: ‘premiums for #tourism businesses in Spanish areas prone to wildfires have risen by 15 percent annually over the past five years, while premiums for coastal properties in Italy rose 25 percent in the five years through 2022 due to more frequent storm surges and flooding.’
‘A landmark ruling has left Nepal’s premier wildlife destination looking for a way to protect both a tourism economy built around elephant safaris and the livelihoods that depend on it.’ #responsibletourism #animalwelfare #wildlife
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
Elephant safaris at crossroads as Chitwan weighs ethical tourism shift
A landmark ruling has left Nepal’s premier wildlife destination looking for a way to protect both a tourism economy built around elephant safaris and the livelihoods that depend on it.
kathmandupost.com
July 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM
‘A landmark ruling has left Nepal’s premier wildlife destination looking for a way to protect both a tourism economy built around elephant safaris and the livelihoods that depend on it.’ #responsibletourism #animalwelfare #wildlife
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
kathmandupost.com/national/202...
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Welke nieuwe eurobiljetten wil jij?
Je kunt nu stemmen op de nieuwe eurobiljetten. Er is aardig wat keuze. Ik ben voorstander van de voorstellen 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘀 erop. Laten we de natuur maar wat meer zichtbaar in ons leven brengen.
Stemmen kan hier: surveys.ecb.europa.eu/10b/neweuro/
Je kunt nu stemmen op de nieuwe eurobiljetten. Er is aardig wat keuze. Ik ben voorstander van de voorstellen 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘀 erop. Laten we de natuur maar wat meer zichtbaar in ons leven brengen.
Stemmen kan hier: surveys.ecb.europa.eu/10b/neweuro/
July 24, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Welke nieuwe eurobiljetten wil jij?
Je kunt nu stemmen op de nieuwe eurobiljetten. Er is aardig wat keuze. Ik ben voorstander van de voorstellen 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘀 erop. Laten we de natuur maar wat meer zichtbaar in ons leven brengen.
Stemmen kan hier: surveys.ecb.europa.eu/10b/neweuro/
Je kunt nu stemmen op de nieuwe eurobiljetten. Er is aardig wat keuze. Ik ben voorstander van de voorstellen 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘀 erop. Laten we de natuur maar wat meer zichtbaar in ons leven brengen.
Stemmen kan hier: surveys.ecb.europa.eu/10b/neweuro/
Reposted by Emilie Hagedoorn
🌡️ European holidaymakers worn down by recurrent heatwaves are currently snubbing Mediterranean destinations for northern climes in hopes of cooler temperatures, but it remains to be seen whether it is just a fad or a durable shift in the tourism market.
➡️ u.afp.com/SrXr
➡️ u.afp.com/SrXr
July 26, 2026 at 9:10 AM
🌡️ European holidaymakers worn down by recurrent heatwaves are currently snubbing Mediterranean destinations for northern climes in hopes of cooler temperatures, but it remains to be seen whether it is just a fad or a durable shift in the tourism market.
➡️ u.afp.com/SrXr
➡️ u.afp.com/SrXr
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Our beautiful Cotswold village has become ‘Blackpool-on-the-Water’ thanks to tourists, say furious residents
‘Our beautiful village has become ‘Blackpool-on-the-Water’ thanks to tourists’
This quintessential village has become ‘Blackpool-on-the-Water’, one local resident tells Jacqui Merrington, as daytrippers swarm the village without contributing to the local economy
trib.al
July 25, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Our beautiful Cotswold village has become ‘Blackpool-on-the-Water’ thanks to tourists, say furious residents
This is precisely what Traditional African Homestays avoids. #responsibletourism #communitytourism Check: www.homestaysa.com
July 24, 2026 at 4:19 PM
This is precisely what Traditional African Homestays avoids. #responsibletourism #communitytourism Check: www.homestaysa.com