Uzbekistan, a central Asian Nation located along the Silk Road, is becoming a popular destination for visitors from the region and beyond. While cultural heritage has been a strong attraction for many travelers, Uzbekistan’s environment and natural places have the potential to draw visitors. Purdue’s Sustainable Tourism and Responsible Travel (START) lab is working with scholars from Urgench State University (UrSU), Uzbekistan, to support the development of ecotourism practices. The first project, supported by a grant from the American Council for International Education’s Central Asia University Partnership Program...

24 January, 2021 /

The Orinoquia region of Colombia is experiencing an incredible renaissance. After years of civil war, peace has come to their region and tourism is growing. Getting to know this region has been a great pleasure. One of my favorite stops on the road from Yopal to Villavicencio is Asadero Las Vegas. This place has great grilled meats popular in Los Llanos but it is the great customer service and enthusiasm of the staff that impressed me the most. Our servers were friendly and welcoming and happy to share a...

25 February, 2018 /