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A WONDERFUL WEEKEND OUT IN TERSCHELLING – THE NETHERLANDS

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Reset and relax on this amazing island in the Wadden Sea Terschelling is one of the five inhabited Wadden Islands in Friesland, a province located to the north in the Netherlands. It is so far removed from light pollution that it has received official recognition as one of the only two ‘Dark Sky Parks’ in the country.   Visiting this unique, stunning island is...

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MASS TOURISM: WE’RE STILL JUST ANIMALS, FOLLOWING THE HERD

Charlotte4 min readAdd comment

In many ways, we  remain herd animals to this day, especially when it comes to travel. We often journey to the same places. Take the same photos. Do the same activities. And then leave quickly. Why, though?   With this kind of attitude, it’s pertinent to wonder about the repercussions of mass tourism — is it bound to make the world unlivable? This is...

One of the main contributors of turning a hidden gem into a touristy hotspot is undeniably Instagram. And, to be even more precise, that small feature called ‘geo-location’.

INSTAGRAM GEOTAGGING: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY

Charlotte4 min read1 comment

We’ve all discovered lots of supposedly ‘secret’ places that we fell in love with because someone wrote about them on social media. I, for one,  love to get off the beaten path and find relatively unknown spots far from the maddening crowds. Of course, it is tempting to share these spots so that others can enjoy them, too – but what if that means they are not secret...

Are you a foodie on vacation? 😏 I guess you didn't think about Ireland as your next culinary destination! 🍀 There is a huge amount of local produce in Ireland which makes them one of the most self sufficient regions in the whole world! 🐑🐄🙌 And what a difference that can make. 🌍💚 📸 By TravelRebel @lemoens #Ireland #localfood #localfarmers #ierland #dublin #ontdekierland #foodie #travel #reizen #reisblogger #travelblog #localproduce #localmarkets #reisen #ireland🍀 #irelandtravel #ireland🇮🇪
The highlight of my trips to Africa is always the same: staying with the Maasai people of Kenya (and parts of Tanzania). I’ve always been fascinated by their language, distinct traditions and customs, living arrangements and dress codes… and I learn so much from them each time. They’re people of the soil, people truly at one with nature and, most importantly, people of immense heart. Staying with, and learning from, indigenous locals is absolutely the best way to know a place. But remember, rebels: this is their world, their land. If you can be respectful and reverent in their company, you’ll start to see the world anew. #africa #belgianinafrica #travelrebel #thattravelblog #maasai #local #indigenous #sustainabletravel #green #nature #respect #oneworld #campfire #goat #tanzaniaunforgettable #tanzania
Good news from Tanzania, rebels! Recently, the country’s Supreme Court of Appeal upheld a ruling that bans the marriage of girls as young as 15. This is a landmark ruling, because two out of five girls in this nation are married off before they turn 18. According to the UN, this east African country has one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world. It also has one of the highest rates of adolescent pregnancy. The position of women has been problematic in Tanzania, which is why steps like this ruling are so crucial. Just a few years ago, President John Magufulu said female students who became pregnant shouldn’t be allowed in schools. He also said there is no need for birth control and that those who use contraceptives are “lazy” -- yup, you just can’t make this stuff up! (Oh, and did I mention that the laws he’s implemented have also severely stifled independent media and NGOs?) So let’s have a big hurrah for this step forward. Here’s to more progress, here’s to working for the rights of girls and women! #timesup #tanzania #childmarriage #ban #stepforward #progress #thegoodfight #travelrebel #travelrebelsupports #ethicaltravel #awareness #womenempoweringwomen #girls @lonelyplanetnl @planbelgium @asadventure @unitednations @unicefbelgium @unitednationshumanrights
Amidst all this beauty, it’s hard to tell but Zanzibar/Tanzania actually has a greusome history of slavery, one that has seeped into its present. In the 18th and 19th centuries, it served as a center of the slave trade operations in the region and slavery as an institution persisted here till 1909! But here’s the part that really needs our urgent attention: modern day slavery is still very much a real thing, here and in other parts of the world as well. It takes many forms such as bonded labor, forced labor, child slavery, early and forced marriage, and descent-based slavery. Some of these forms are so cloaked that we may even overlook them as slavery, such as early forced marriages. But think about it: girls often have to enter these relationships without a choice and are then bound to a life of servitude (more often than not accompanied by violence). They have absolutely no way to leave. It’s time we take collective action. What do you think? Is this something you’d like to learn more about? Let me know! #travelrebelreflects #oneworld #change #timesup #africa #zanzibar #planetearth #sustainability #ethnicaltravel #history #tanzania #womenempoweringwomen #equalrights #genderequality @planbelgium
As you probably know, this month (on Oct 11) we celebrated a day that’s extremely important to me: the International Day of the Girl Child. What was that all about? Well, it’s annual observance day that calls on us to increase awareness of gender inequality faced by girls worldwide based on their gender and support more opportunities available to them. Well, today, I’m thrilled to let you know that I am going to Senegal with Plan International to tell the stories of many of these amazing young and inspirational women!!! You may recall from my travels and conscious emphasis on supporting local, women-owned initiatives and businesses that I am passionate about this cause. Being a woman, albeit a privileged one from the developed world, I understand why empowering girls is the need of the hour. So are you doing your part in reducing gender inequality, increasing access to education, nutrition, legal rights, medical care, and protecting women around the world from discrimination, violence and forced child marriage? Plan your next steps, rebels… and in the meantime, watch out for my updates from Senegal! Photo of last year in Kenya. We (@asadventure & @solid.crafts )were there to help empower women groups and support @hadithi_crafts & @wildlifeworks. #internationaldayofthegirlchild #girlsjustwannahavefundamentalrights #nomorewordsneeded #travelrebelsupports #womenempowerment #womenempoweringwomen #makeadifference #senegal #africa #kenya @planbelgium @planinternational
We can’t change our past and we don’t know our future. All we have is our present. And right here, right now, in this absolutely amazing place, I couldn’t have asked for anything else from life. 🐠 What you can do to protect our coral reefs? Practice safe & responsible diving/snorkeling. Try to avoid touching the reef at all time. Contact with the reef will damage the delicate coral animals, so please do not ever touch our reefs 🧜💙 #Zanzibar #africa #oneworld #onepeople #discover #tanzania #tanzania🇹🇿 #explore #sustainabletourism #sustainabletravel #travelrebel #belgianinafrica #travelblogger #thattravelblog #underwater #magicworld #tanzania #reisblogger #responsiblesnorkeling #responsiblediving #diver #girlswhoscuba #goprohero7 #reizen #marinelife #diver #snorkel #mnemba @the_zanzibari
SWIPE FOR FULL VIDEO OF OUR SUNSET CRUISE 🇹🇿 Hello, Zanzibar. Even your air is rhythmic! The sensuous waves, the lulling wind, the musical people -- it’s all magic. This sunset cruise into the bay of Nungwi already makes me not want to ever say goodbye. #sunset #cruise #zanzibar #africa #travelrebel #belgianinafrica #travelblogger #thattravelblog #explore #oneworld #tanzania #localvibe #localmusic #liveforthemoment #neverstopexploring
When we talk about sustainability, we cannot shy away from things that make us uncomfortable -- in fact, as travel bloggers and influencers, we need to have the strength to approach these things head-on to promote discussion or raise awareness. Right? So, with that said, let’s talk. As lovely as Pico has been, there was one side of it that made my stomach churn a little:the whaling industry and background. A visit to the whaling museum and some conversations with the locals almost gave the impression that there’s a certain pride still associated with this practice… and that isn’t something I can stand behind. I’m pro conservation, pro eco diversity, always. And thankfully, I think the tide is turning in Pico, too. #azores #portugal #cantskipportugal #picoisland #whales #protectnature #protectourwhales #marineconservation #marinelife #marinebiology #reisblogger #reizen #raiseawareness #sustainabletravel #sustainability
Rebels, if you’ve been following me for a while, you know the impact Kenya 🇰🇪 had on me. If you’re new here, this is it in a nutshell: this astounding place and its people broadened my perspective in unimaginable ways, greatly impacted my travel philosophy, and fundamentally changed me... for the better. And now, here’s the kicker: I’m back at my favorite continent !!! So excited to show you what Tanzania has to offer 🇹🇿 What earth-shattering discoveries will I make this time around, about the world and about myself? Stay tuned #kenia #kenya #tanzania #zanzibar #zanzibarisland #africa #lostmyheartinafrica #africatravel #travelwithimpact #positiveimpacttravel #masai #portrait #planetearth #adventureiseverywhere #asadventure
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