Fortune Favors the Bold - The Official Mastercard Podcast How Can I Travel Responsibly?
Feb 6, 2020
The podcast dives into the ethics of travel, exploring how tourism impacts local communities and the environment. Jada Yuan shares her journey as the first 52 Places Traveler, revealing how travel can influence personal growth and responsibility. Justin Francis discusses the benefits of sustainable choices, like eating local food, which support both travelers and locals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of intentional travel that enriches experiences while protecting destinations for future generations.
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Jada's Travel Roots
- Jada Yuan grew up traveling extensively with her family in a van through rural New Mexico and beyond.
- This upbringing instilled in her a deep love and constant urge to travel.
The 52 Places Journey
- Jada traveled to 52 places in one year, including places in the US, Canada, Spain, France, Korea, New Zealand, Fiji, Japan, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand.
- This journey was not only travel but a journalistic project to deeply document each place.
Essence of Responsible Travel
- Responsible travel means listening, witnessing, and not imposing one's own views on places visited.
- True responsibility includes understanding local feasibility, like Cambodia's challenge with plastic waste management.