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Mass tourism: when tourists become a burden
The recent protests in Barcelona against mass tourism have attracted worldwide attention. Today we want to take a look at the extent to which tourism can achieve a balance between economic added value and improving the living conditions of local people.
Read moreRincón del Mar, a hidden treasure in the Caribbean Coast of Colombia
Imagine a place where the pristine beauty of nature meets the vibrant culture of a close-knit community. Nestled along Colombia's Caribbean coast lies Rincón del Mar, a tranquil fishing town in the Sucre department that offers travellers an authentic escape.
Read moreTravel diary: A week of sailing around Ischia to protect the dolphins
Hey, I'm Sophie and this year I took part in the dolphin and research expedition in Ischia in Italy with socialbnb. In my guest post, I take you back to my unforgettable week on board the research vessel, Jean Gab.
Read moreFarmstay in Calenzano - Italy during olive harvest
I follow the road that leads from a small suburb of Florence into a hilly landscape. It's late and I can only guess the silhouettes of the high mountains on the horizon. After another curve of the road, an avenue with meter-high cypresses opens up.
Read moreImpact Travel - what does that mean?
A socialbnb is an accommodation with impact. But what does travelling with impact mean? We explain you our approach and different terms in the world of sustainable tourism.
Read moreEcoExplora Ecuador: Our first roundtrip
We partnerted with travel-to-nature, which enables you to take part in an unforgettable impact round trip in Ecuador and support responsible tourism in the process.
Read moreCan tourism be sustainable?
Sustainable tourism? Is that even possible? To what extent are both components compatible in practice? In this blog post, we want to share our thoughts on the topic with you.
Read moreTop 5 adventure places in Latinamerica
Latin America, a continent full of adventure, from the Caribbean to the Andes. We present the top 5 adventure accommodations.
Read more5 Tiny Houses with impact in Europe
Tiny houses - small, compact and ecological - are a trend that has spilled over from the USA to Europe. We introduce you to the most sustainable ones in Europe
Read moreAuthentic travel with socialbnb: 5 tips for an unforgettable experience onsite
You love traveling and want to experience more than just the tourist hotspots? Then socialbnb is the perfect platform for you! Learn more about our approach.
Read moreCultural tourism - What is it about?
Do you dream of unforgettable travel experiences that immerse you deeply in the cultural diversity of our world? Learn more about cultural tourism.
Read moreSearching for adventures? Top 5 unique places to camp with Impact
Camping - Simple, uncomplicated and authentic. Establish contact with interesting people in intact nature as well as alternative accommodation and learn how to create an Impact
Read moreSustainable family accommodation: Top 3 in Italy
Traveling with the family can be a challenging, but also an enriching experience. at the same time. If you can also protect the planet in the process, the vacation becomes all the more fulfilling.
Read moreThe worlds largest recycling village
In 2019, around 368 million tons of plastic were produced worldwide - around 18 million tons of plastic in Germany alone. Project Wings has an inspiring approach to solve plastic pollution in Indonesia
Read moreVacation with the whole family
With the family to the mountains, to the sea or rather to the farm - within Europe there are numerous opportunities for quality time with your loved ones.
Read moreTop 3 accomodation for your workation
Enjoying work and vacation at the same time? That sounds like a dream that can come true, thanks to Workation - a combination of work and relaxation in inspiring locations worldwide.
Read moreTop 6 sustainable accomodation close to the beach
For all those who love the sea and want to leave a positive footprint at the same time, we present six exclusive beachfront accommodations here.
Read moreFood tourism - Immerse yourself in different cultures around the world
Do you want to visit more than just sights and have superficial tourist experiences? Food is there is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating cultures of this world
Read moreYour packinglist for sustainable travel
For a sustainable trip, it's worth drawing up a packing list in advance. We'll give you some tips on how to do it
Read moreOur Impact 2022
Every booking on socialbnb has a positive impact on the region, and we would like to show you in our first impact report what has been achieved through these bookings.
Read more3500 USD for Chumbe Island Coral Park, Tanzania
This year, the income from socialbnb has been used to finance further research work to ensure the constant protection of the coral reef and the forest reserve.
Read more793.90 USD for the socialbnb Project Wings, Indonesia
Impact News: We were able to generate 793.90 USD through overnight stays on our socialbnb platform for Project Wings in Indonesia.
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