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‘Helicopter tourism’ in the Himalayas affecting Sherpas, wildlife
By Mongabay.com A surge in “helicopter tourism” at Sagarmatha, the Nepali name for Mount Everest, is adversely affecting the ...
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Chalet Hotels to Acquire The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas, Strengthening its Leisure and Wellness Portfolio
Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL) has received board approval to acquire Mahananda Spa and Resorts Private Limited, the owning ...
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Tourism and climate change are changing Uttarakhand forever
A 500-km trek through Uttarakhand exposes the effects of unchecked tourism, environmental damage, and social change. While ...
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How Ananda Went From a Foreigners’ Wellness Retreat to a 50% Indian Clientele
The founders of Ananda in the Himalayas talk about how Indian travelers are increasingly adopting holistic wellness.
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‘Helicopter tourism’ in the Himalayas affecting Sherpas, wildlife
Climate scientist Sudeep Thakuri warns this helicopter tourism might disrupt the fragile ecosystem of the Himalayas. “While there is no research on the ecological damage caused by helicopters in ...