Articles tagged “national parks”

Most travelers may not notice a shutdown at first. But the longer it stretches on, the greater the risk of disruptions.

As cities around the world deal with a major influx of tourists, get ready to see more short-term rental restrictions, tourist taxes, and reservation systems for some of the most popular destinations.

As Americans continue to prioritize outdoor experiences, the opportunity for states to rethink their approach to outdoor recreation remains significant.

The new $100 million grant will boost the National Park Service's efforts to mitigate overtourism. It's going to need the help because there are no signs of a visitor slowdown.

It's no surprise the national parks have a lot of visitors. But growth has been accelerating and parks leaders have been looking for ways to lessen the impact.

Yosemite National Park is trying to find a balance between the visitor experience and keeping it accessible.

Brief government shutdowns haven’t typically had a big impact on the travel industry. But the longer they go on, the greater the chance for staffing issues and other service disruptions.

U.S. National Parks — one of America's most vital attractions — would become unavailable to millions of tourists and locals.

The Grand Canyon — one of America's most popular parks — will replace its current fleet and introduce 30 new buses.

Ugandan authorities believe that the upgraded airfields will contribute to a major tourism boom at its national parks. But they still need to make more infrastructure improvements to see the visitor surge they envision.