Philly travelers debate the pros and cons of international travel
WHYY’s new “Peak Travel” podcast highlights how people can be more conscious travelers to combat the downsides of “overtourism.”
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We talk about the cultural, economic, and environmental impact of tourism.
Summer travel is at its peak — people are flying, cruising and driving to far-flung locales. But some vacation hot spots are telling tourists they aren’t welcome. In Barcelona, for instance, locals are using water guns to ward off the constant throng of visitors. And in other cities, vacation rentals have displaced residents.
Studio 2 looks at the cultural, economic and environmental impact of travel with Tom Grahsler, executive producer of WHYY’s “Peak Travel” podcast and Elaine Glusac, Frugal Traveler columnist at the New York Times, as well as travelers from the Philadelphia region who speak to the great joys and benefits of exploring new lands and cultures.
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Philly’s tourism economy is still chugging along, with notable uptick from summer hotel travel
Hotels across Philadelphia’s Center City were 73% occupied between Memorial Day and Labor day in 2024, which some experts suggest means tourists are back.
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Why flying is such a hassle, Sixers free agent pick, Liz Moore’s ‘The God of the Woods’
Lost bags, flight delays and cancellations, rowdy flyers - going on an airplane can be a hassle. We'll tackle the frustrations of modern air travel and more.
Air Date: July 2, 2024
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Beaches and fun at the Jersey shore, Memorial Day tribute
Memorial Day weekend is a popular travel time. For many of us, it means a trip to the beach. We’ll talk about new rules at the Jersey shore and great places to visit.
Air Date: May 23, 2024 12:00 pm
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