Selecting a destination that also preaches and promotes sustainability can help our impact as tourists be less damaging, and instead we can learn from it while contributing as well. Thus, let us take you on the ultimate travel guide to one of the world’s most ecological destinations: The Galapagos Islands.

Over-tourism has claimed another victim: Maya Beach in Koh Phi Phi Leh, Thailand.

Following in the steps of Boracay Island in The Philippines, this beautiful destination known for its blue waters, white sand and limestone cliffs will be closed indefinitely while its biodiversity and ecosystems begin their process to recovery.

Take a look at this week’s blog to read about the impact that unsustainable tourism has had on the popular beach destination as well as lessons that we, as tourists, can take away from its closure to prepare ourselves for our next vacation.