With the rise of travel influencers, once-pristine and hidden destinations are being overwhelmed by crowds. Ironically, the very beauty that drew people in is often destroyed in the process. Don’t get us wrong—the desire to travel and connect with wildlife is what makes us human. Our cofounders paulnicklen and mitty have spent their lives capturing raw, breathtaking moments in the wild, but always in a way that respects nature. Animal encounters should be on the animal’s terms, and every traveler should practice “leave no trace” wherever they go. It’s time to counter the rise of rampant, unregulated tourism with a movement toward sustainable ecotourism. In her latest article with katiecouricmedia, Mitty uncovers the impacts of overtourism and offers tips on how we can all become more responsible travellers. Check it out—link in our bio! Photo by mitty #Tourism #Influencers #Ecotourism #Explore