Emirates unveiled a new closed loop recycling initiative this month, where millions of onboard items such as plastic trays, bowls, snack and casserole dishes, will now be recycled in a local facility and remade into fresh, ready-to-use Emirates meal service products. This newly launched initiative coincides with the United Nations World Environment Day on 5 June, and the…
Machu Picchu Closed Indefinitely Due To Civil Unrest In Peru
The world-famous tourist attraction Machu Picchu has been closed indefinitely because of ongoing protests in Peru. Entrance to the site, the Inca Trail Network, and rail services in the area have all been suspended by Peruvian officials. 418 visitors, including 148 foreign tourists, were stranded at the site for hours on Saturday but have since…
Famous Maya Beach Closed In Thailand: 5 Beautiful Destinations Travelers Can Visit Instead
Thailand’s Maya Bay – made famous thanks to Leonardo DiCaprio’s Hollywood smash The Beach – is closed at present to allow ecosystems at the scenic cove a chance to recover. The bay had only just reopened this year after more than three years of being closed to the public following significant degradation to the local…
Popular Playa Del Carmen Beach To Remain Closed To Tourists Due To Seaweed
`Sargassum seaweed continues to accumulate along Mexico’s Caribbean coast, with a number of beaches in the area battling an excessive landfall. Playa El Recodo, one of the most popular beaches in Playa Del Carmen, is one of those greatly affected, with local authorities announcing the natural attraction will remain off-limits temporarily. Recently, Mexico has quickly…