Ikaria can be called the Greeks' favourite alternative Greek island. Named after the legendary Icarus who famously flew too close to the sun, it is unique in many ways: a Blue Zone regarding the longevity of its inhabitants, a Red Zone regarding their political preferences, and a Fun Zone regarding its famous feasts, the "Panigyria" of Ikaria, built on a traditional culture of Mutual Aid! The...Ikaria can be called the Greeks' favourite alternative Greek island. Named after the legendary Icarus who famously flew too close to the sun, it is unique in many ways: a Blue Zone regarding the longevity of its inhabitants, a Red Zone regarding their political preferences, and a Fun Zone regarding its famous feasts, the "Panigyria" of Ikaria, built on a traditional culture of Mutual Aid! The Ikarian Panigyria (plural, the single is "panigyri" are among the most famous and distinctive traditional festivals in Greece, only matched in fame by those in Arcadia, Peloponnese. While deeply rooted in history, the modern iteration of the Panigyria - characterized by massive crowds, collective financing, and all-night revelry - emerged amid post-WWII poverty as a solidarity mechanism. Today, they are deeply intertwined with the concept of Roots Tourism for the Ikarian diaspora. Read more: ecoclub.com/blogs/roots-tourism-the-panigyria-of-i… Show more
Roots Tourism & the Panigyria of Ikaria - Blog
Ikaria can be called the Greeks' favourite alternative Greek island. Named after the legendary Icarus who famously flew too close to the sun, it is…
We were very sorry to hear of Ronald Sanabria's recent passing at such a young age. Ronald was a genuine, green offspring of beautiful Costa Rica, a pioneer of Sustainable Tourism, Fair Trade and Organic Agriculture. As he mentioned in the very detailed Interview we conducted a few years ago, "If you are happy with what you do, if you believe and honour what you do, it becomes contagious to...We were very sorry to hear of Ronald Sanabria's recent passing at such a young age. Ronald was a genuine, green offspring of beautiful Costa Rica, a pioneer of Sustainable Tourism, Fair Trade and Organic Agriculture. As he mentioned in the very detailed Interview we conducted a few years ago, "If you are happy with what you do, if you believe and honour what you do, it becomes contagious to others!". His genuine happiness and positive, can-do attitude was indeed contagious to the ECOCLUB Team and everyone who had the privilege of meeting him! ecoclub.com/headlines/interviews/all-interviews/12… Show more
Interview: Ronald Sanabria, Consultant & Advisor, Sustainable Tourism
Ecoclub Interview with Ronald Sanabria. Ronald Sanabria, a native of Costa Rica, has worked with the tourism industry on certification, productivity, quality assurance and sustainability…
In the quest to replace plastic packaging, Ooho is a very promising solution, a natural, fully biodegradable, film made from seaweed. It can even contain liquids such as water. The green solutions are already here, but ignorance, inertia and established interests are blocking their adaptation. www.notpla.com/ooho
Ooho | Edible Water Pods & Biodegradable Packaging
Ooho is an edible, plastic-free water pod made from seaweed. A biodegradable alternative for drinks, sauces, and single-use liquids, it disappears naturally after use. Perfect…
The village of Vamvakou is one of the most successful examples of regeneration in Greece, which has also included Roots Tourism. The Vamvakou Revival Organization, a social cooperative enterprise was created in 2018 with support from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), envisioning Vamvakou as a "model village" based on sustainable development and community regeneration. The number of...The village of Vamvakou is one of the most successful examples of regeneration in Greece, which has also included Roots Tourism. The Vamvakou Revival Organization, a social cooperative enterprise was created in 2018 with support from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), envisioning Vamvakou as a "model village" based on sustainable development and community regeneration. The number of permanent residents has already increased from 9 to 30, a clear indication of success. The Vamvakou Experience Festival taking place this weekend 4-5 July 2026, is a great opportunity to visit the village and witness that "roots are the most natural network still connecting everything"! #rootstourism #VamvakouRevival ecoclub.com/blogs/regeneration-through-roots-touri… Show more
Regeneration through Roots Tourism: Vamvakou Village, Peloponnese - Blog
The village of Vamvakou is arguably one of the most successful examples of regeneration in Greece, which has also included Roots Tourism. Founded in the…
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When it comes to the use of AI tools by consultants in EU projects, the EU seems to have adopted a pragmatic approach: use it but declare it, what tools did you use and how exactly. There are also strict laws about what data you are (not) allowed to feed to public AI models. The EU Artificial Intelligence Act website offers more info. artificialintelligenceact.eu/
You cannot take Green politics out of Ecological Tourism. Otherwise, Necker Island, a billionaire's private resort would be called "ecological" because it has "three giant wind turbines". Perhaps Epstein's island did have some solar panels too? So, If you do not want to call such resorts green or ecological, you must explain why, and thus, Green politics. Who owns what, who bought what from...You cannot take Green politics out of Ecological Tourism. Otherwise, Necker Island, a billionaire's private resort would be called "ecological" because it has "three giant wind turbines". Perhaps Epstein's island did have some solar panels too? So, If you do not want to call such resorts green or ecological, you must explain why, and thus, Green politics. Who owns what, who bought what from whom, with what funds, of what origin, how were they made, were they taxed and so on. Show more
Despite the global turbulence and sometimes frosty rhetoric between US and Europe, official anniversaries such as America's 250th are a great opportunity to promote roots and heritage tourism, reinforce old connections and remind us that above all tourism is a peace industry. The Irish Government formally partnered with the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission to launch the America250...Despite the global turbulence and sometimes frosty rhetoric between US and Europe, official anniversaries such as America's 250th are a great opportunity to promote roots and heritage tourism, reinforce old connections and remind us that above all tourism is a peace industry. The Irish Government formally partnered with the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission to launch the America250 Commemorative Programme (www.gov.ie/.../america250-commemorative-programme/ ), running extensively across the island. Scotland's Drams, Drums & Diplomacy: Scotland in America 250: explicitly highlights the deep-seated connections between Scotland and the USA, while other programmes focus on the great role of the Scots-Irish (or Ulster-Scots irishamerica250.org/198-2/ ) Italy’s Italea initiative is part of a broader, massive national strategy, but to align with the anniversary it currently focuses on large Italian-American hubs like Philadelphia, Boston, and New York. The German-American Hall of Fame (GAMHOF) has rolled out the America250 Educational Initiative under the banner “German Roots. American Story.” The campaign is explicitly designed to spark curiosity in the millions of Americans of German descent to track their lineage back to German municipalities, heavily focusing on the pre-1776 waves of German settlers who aided the American revolution. gamhof.org/news/america250-educational-initiative/
If you are interested in Roots Tourism check out this Erasmus+ programme we are currently involved in and whose ultimate aim is to create a suitable roots tourism curriculum for vocational schools in Europe. ecoclub.com/projects/roots-tourism
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