Graffiti is a problem for historic monuments worldwide and a special section is a smart solution that could likely become an attraction in its own right.
3 years ago
Natural disasters are a threat to historical and natural attractions worldwide, and the governments that profit from them must be proactive in protecting them.
Back in March, the Italian and EU governments found that mafia corruption of Pompeii's maintenance was responsible for much of the decay. They'll be keeping a closer eye on restoration efforts now, or they'll risk losing one of the nation's biggest draws.
These historic monuments would not be so easily forgotten if they attracted tourism or made a profit, but communities are hesitant to fund expensive renovations with low expectations for a ROI.
The timing of the announcement is ironic in the midst of sequester chaos, but nonetheless important after the latest Congress failed to approve a single wilderness area for the first time since the 1960s.
4 years ago
The kitschy statue has put this small town on the map, but can the hype of the virgin and the accompanying carnival meet expectations?
The Hollywood icon is as important to inspiring tourism in California as any media campaign. Images help tourists imagine a destination and prompts them to eventual book that trip.
Tourists’ safety and structure stability are touted as reasons for the ceremonial bans, but the government is actually looking out for the needs of vendors around money-making tourist attractions.
Tourism is a mixed blessing for sites like this that rely on the revenue for conservation efforts, but also undergo heavy wear and tear from tours in addition to natural forces of deterioration.
The rapid construction of landmarks is hoped to restore the capital, but residents believe its rushed results are tacky and resources would have been better used improving city infrastructure.
Sections have closed and reopened since 9/11 for both safety and renovations, and although its repairs clearly haven't affected New York tourism, it'll feel good to welcome back the statue in her entirety.
Stonehenge is on its way from looking like a glorified highway rest stop to a well cared for heritage site that finally puts the iconic structure into historical context.
