August 17, 2017 - Paradise Blogging

The UN’s Commitment to Sustainable Tourism for 2017

2017 was declared by the United Nations to be the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development! Astounding numbers of more than one billion international tourists travel to every corner of the globe each year, meaning that tourism plays a crucial part in both local and global economies. This tourism, in turn, provides millions of people with jobs, which is particularly important in developing parts of the world. Unfortunately, tourism is deeply affected by climate change (as well as being a contributing factor), and this year the United Nations is taking the time to take a closer look at various ways in which the industry can move towards positive change. The UN is hoping to help the tourism industry find ways to curb emissions and make adjustments in regards to the unavoidable effects that the rising global average temperatures are having. The Effects of Global Warming Tourism depends on a stable climate more so than many other industries. It has already been affected by the rise in weather-related problems such as heatwaves, storms, …

Will you Opt for a First Look at your Wedding?

Wedding planning and photography are ever evolving, and the most recent trend to catch the collective eye is “first look” photography. The concept is that you pose with your betrothed, and perhaps core members of your wedding party, in a series of snapshots which show you revealing your wedding looks to each other before the ceremony itself. This trend is a step away from the traditional, static wedding photos in order to produce more intimate, candid, and personal photographs that will not only serve as reminders of your big day, but really elicit the same emotions as you felt at that time. As popular as this trend is, however, there are still plenty of couples who choose to stick with the traditional wedding photography experience. If you are still unsure as to whether you will opt for a first look at your wedding or stick with the traditional route, you can check out the pros and cons we have listed below; Reasons a first look can be great: Your wedding photography will be done early …