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Travel light! At RTBC, we’re drawn to stories about sustainable travel.

Peter Yeung reported on Barcelona’s efforts to curb overtourism, while Michaela Haas explored the regenerative travel movement.

This week, Becca highlights a fascinating interview with Elijah Hicks on 'dispersed tourism'—the antidote to overcrowded destinations like Disneyland.

Becca says: 'This is cool: Dispersed tourism seeks to stay within the social and ecological carrying capacity of a location to ensure lasting stability for the region.' How do you feel about the future of travel? #TravelThoughts #DispersedTourism

Dark Rum, an island off Scotland's coast, is now Europe's newest official Dark Sky Reserve! Sophie shared an NY Times article showcasing its natural preservation and lack of artificial lighting.

What else we’re reading: *As Tariffs Slam Maple Syrup, Sugarmakers Branch Out* from Civil Eats and *Seagrass: £2.4m project launched to restore 'wonder plant'* from BBC News.

Always on the lookout for stories that inspire change! #ReadMore #EnvironmentalNews

From our readers: NYC’s congestion pricing program is gaining traction! Reports show increasing public support, improved cyclist streets, and decreased honking complaints.

It aligns with trends we've seen in other cities.

What are your thoughts? #UrbanPolicy #SmartCities

Check the full content here: https://reasonstobecheerful.world/what-were-reading-sustainable-dispersed-tourism/.