RISE Travel InstituteDecolonizing Tourism Education with Mawutor AgboWhen many people hear the term ‘sustainable travel’, they think of riding a bike instead of driving a car to reduce their carbon footprint…Oct 10Oct 10
RISE Travel InstituteWhy A Homestay Is A Great Option For Your Next Trip15 years ago, Nicole Melancon went on a life-changing trek through Nepal with her dad. The trip inspired her passion for sustainable…Sep 171Sep 171
RISE Travel InstituteUnderstanding the Root Causes of Barcelona’s Overtourism ProtestsIn July 2024, Barcelona residents took to the streets to protest the overwhelming influx of tourists that was straining their city. This…Aug 28Aug 28
RISE Travel InstituteThe End of Tourism and the Need For Radical HospitalityTraveling has many benefits. It can be a wonderful way to learn about other cultures and appreciate diversity. It can help you reduce…Aug 14Aug 14
RISE Travel InstituteResponsible, Impactful, Sustainable, and Ethical Travel: 3 Key Insights from The RISE Traveler…Travel is more than just bucket lists and beautiful photos showcased on social media; each place is filled with complexities and layers of…Jul 31Jul 31
RISE Travel InstituteBeyond the Brochure: Highlights of RISE Travelers Experiential Journey to the YucatánDuring a week-long visit to Mexico’s Yucatán, RISE Travelers experienced firsthand the rich local and indigenous culture far beyond the…Jun 24Jun 24
RISE Travel InstituteThe Spiders of Ek Balam: Reflections From RISE’s Experiential JourneyTanner C. Knorr, a recent RISE Flagship Program graduate, recounts his reflections from the RISE Travel Institute Experiential Journey…Jun 10Jun 10
RISE Travel InstituteHow do we engage with others in the face of so much pain?Notes on how to think through difficult conversations and promote peaceful dialogue in times of warDec 22, 2023Dec 22, 2023
RISE Travel InstituteCelebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage MonthHispanic and Latinx Heritage Month has arrived, and we are joining the festivities with open arms!Oct 12, 2023Oct 12, 2023
RISE Travel InstituteInternational Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: An Opportunity to Rethink Your TravelsThe United Nations established August 9th as the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples in 1994. This date acknowledges the…Aug 9, 2023Aug 9, 2023
