Travel analysis: The great conflict - An environmental traveller

Travel’s allure is undeniable, but our mark can be deadly; here’s how to travel without opening Pandora’s box, writes Travel News Blitz’s Abbie Latymer.

Summer is fast approaching, meaning hotels are booked, suitcases are packed, and the promise of rest sits on the horizon.

Whether you are hiking the Inca Trail, tasting pizza in Naples, or sunbathing in your own back garden, the luxury of a break is something we all look forward to.

But what actually makes a good holiday?

While low prices and value for money often shape people’s choices, it is the aesthetic landscapes, good weather, and unique experiences that make trips memorable.

Yet tourism, for all its beauty, has a darker side.