Afghanistan tourism

Islamic State claims responsibility for gun attack that killed three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan

Islamic State claiming responsibility for a gun attack that killed three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan is a chilling reminder of the dangers that exist in certain parts of the world. The question on many people’s minds is, why would anyone choose to travel to Afghanistan as a tourist? The country has a complicated history, rife with conflict, and is not typically associated with leisurely vacations or sightseeing. Yet, despite the risks, some individuals are drawn to the allure of danger tourism or the desire for an adrenaline rush.

While Afghanistan may have stunning landscapes and rich cultural history, the reality of the security situation cannot be ignored.… Continue reading

Mount Everest: Climbers will need to bring poo back to base camp

Mount Everest: Climbers will need to bring poo back to base camp

As I sit here contemplating the idea of climbers having to bring their own feces back down from Mount Everest, I can’t help but think about the absurdity of it all. But the more I reflect on it, the more it makes sense. Everything that goes up with you should come back down, right? If that’s too difficult, then maybe you shouldn’t be climbing Everest in the first place. It’s a basic principle of responsible mountaineering.

But of course, we can’t expect the wealthy climbers to carry their own shit, can we?… Continue reading