//www.koonmotors.com/news/science_society/travel_and_recreation/ Latest news on travel and recreation. en-us Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:55:30 EDT Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:55:30 EDT 60 //www.koonmotors.com/images/scidaily-logo-rss.png//www.koonmotors.com/news/science_society/travel_and_recreation/ For more science news, visit ScienceDaily. //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230830151809.htm New research into injuries sustained by trail users has found mountain biking is not the dangerous, injury-plagued sport reserved for thrill-seekers that it is often perceived to be and that the health benefits outweigh the risks. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:18:09 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230830151809.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/01/230119093130.htm Even without hunting rifles, humans appear to have a strong negative influence on the movement of wildlife. A study of Glacier National Park hiking trails during and after a COVID-19 closure adds evidence to the theory that humans can create a 'landscape of fear' like other apex predators, changing how species use an area simply with their presence. Researchers found that when human hikers were present, 16 out of 22 mammal species, including predators and prey alike, changed where and when they accessed areas. Some completely abandoned places they previously used, others used them less frequently, and some shifted to more nocturnal activities to avoid humans. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 09:31:30 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/01/230119093130.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2022/10/221027170256.htm There is evidence that lower-income and people of color (POC) in the U.S. do not use bike share as much as higher-income and white people. Using data from residents living near bike share stations in New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia, researchers examine reasons for these disparities. Thu, 27 Oct 2022 17:02:56 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2022/10/221027170256.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2022/04/220412141055.htm 社交——自然旅游目的地- to celebrate anniversaries, honeymoons or to spend time with family for a holiday -- is a growing trend in tourism, and it was a significant motivator for travel to Antarctica before the pandemic, researchers found in recent study. Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:10:55 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2022/04/220412141055.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2021/11/211101104918.htm Is ski tourism on a downward slope or can winter holiday resorts weather the ongoing impact of climate change? Researchers investigated the impacts of melting snow and ice on the future of tourism. Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:49:18 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2021/11/211101104918.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2021/03/210308111952.htm A recent study found outdoor play and nature-based activities helped buffer some of the negative mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic for adolescents. 星期一,2021年3月08年11:19:52 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2021/03/210308111952.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2021/03/210301091147.htm Researchers examined e-scooter use in Washington, D.C. and found that built environment and demographics both matter. Tourist attractions, hotels and metro stops are all predictive of higher destinations. Scooter traffic is almost all in the downtown area, near the Mall, the White House and Congress. Younger median age, percentage of bachelor's degrees and population density each were positive predictors for both trip origins and destinations. This model will help transportation planners figure out what drives e-scooter use. Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:11:47 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2021/03/210301091147.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/09/200924101932.htm The COVID-19 pandemic has fired up interest in outdoor activities in our parks and forests. Now a new study highlights the need to be mindful of how these activities may affect wildlife living in protected areas. All wildlife tended to avoid places that were recently visited by recreational users. And they avoided mountain bikers and motorized vehicles significantly more than they did hikers and horseback riders. Thu, 24 Sep 2020 10:19:32 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/09/200924101932.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/09/200921100343.htm The concept of sustainable nature tourism plays a key role in mediating conflicts between tourism and nature conservation, a new study shows. Mon, 21 Sep 2020 10:03:43 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/09/200921100343.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/08/200810115523.htm Researchers asked whether heritage sites threatened by climate change should be allowed to adapt and 'transform.' Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:55:23 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/08/200810115523.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/05/200521112609.htm Researchers have released a report that presents estimates of the value of domestic coastal and marine tourism in the Republic of Ireland. Thu, 21 May 2020 11:26:09 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/05/200521112609.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/05/200514143511.htm Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, in cities where bike-share systems have been introduced, bike commuting increased by 20%, according to a new study. Thu, 14 May 2020 14:35:11 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/05/200514143511.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/02/200213175912.htm New research shows that humans place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission during tourism encounters. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 17:59:12 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2020/02/200213175912.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/11/191106085406.htm Crime rates are likely to be higher in neighborhoods near theme parks which are major tourist attractions, according to new findings. Wed, 06 Nov 2019 08:54:06 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/11/191106085406.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/11/191101100142.htm There are major gaps in how food waste in tourism is understood and calculated, according to researchers. Food waste originating from hotels, restaurants and events is recognized and can be estimated and calculated, but as the tourism industry is becoming more and more diverse, so are the sources of its food waste. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 10:01:42 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/11/191101100142.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/09/190923101920.htm For iconic landscapes such as Grand Canyon or the Appalachian Mountains, geological features are an integral part of their appeal. Yet despite the seeming permanence of cliffs, caves, fossils, and other geological highlights, these features are surprisingly vulnerable to damage or destruction. Mon, 23 Sep 2019 10:19:20 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/09/190923101920.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/05/190529113036.htm The most comprehensive study of bicycle and road safety to date finds that building safe facilities for cyclists is one of the biggest factors in road safety for everyone. Bicycling infrastructure -- specifically, separated and protected bike lanes -- leads to fewer fatalities and better road-safety outcomes for all road users. Wed, 29 May 2019 11:30:36 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2019/05/190529113036.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/12/181218074711.htm Wild animals are increasingly exploited for entertainment and photo opportunities. A new study highlights that tourists in Morocco object to the use of barbary macaques as photo props, raising concerns about the animal's welfare and risk to human health. Tue, 18 Dec 2018 07:47:11 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/12/181218074711.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/10/181019191928.htm New research finds that Northern Ireland's strict abortion laws have negative consequences for women's health and well-being, suggesting a public-health rationale to decriminalize abortion. Fri, 19 Oct 2018 19:19:28 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/10/181019191928.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/09/180917135945.htm A new study finds a majority of rock climbers are more likely to visit sites with more routes and less risk. Mon, 17 Sep 2018 13:59:45 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/09/180917135945.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/08/180831110425.htm There is undeniably a complementary relationship between air travel and the high-speed train. However, and although both means of transport favor tourism, European experience indicates that their influence is very different. Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:04:25 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/08/180831110425.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/08/180809093508.htm Tourists considering overseas travel 'trust' a destination like London would provide a positive experience, says new research. Consumer behavior experts investigated the effectiveness of the official tourism website, Visit London, for tourists choosing the city as a destination to explore. Their findings have implications for the travel industry in Australia and overseas amid an emerging trend to 'personify' places to build long-term bonds with tourists. Thu, 09 Aug 2018 09:35:08 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/08/180809093508.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/07/180702170809.htm The next time you see your favorite collegiate athlete on the field or court, think again about their road to getting there. Mon, 02 Jul 2018 17:08:09 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2018/07/180702170809.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/11/171107092855.htm Visitors to the country's national parks and historic sites may be just a sign -- and a few steps -- away from improving their health and fitness while enjoying their park trips, according to a team of researchers. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 09:28:55 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/11/171107092855.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/11/171103085955.htm 调查人员利用现有技术to help recreation ecologists and managers better understand and minimize those recreation disturbances to wildlife. Fri, 03 Nov 2017 08:59:55 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/11/171103085955.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/08/170822092243.htm People who see animals as people and assign human traits to non-human objects are more likely to travel to destinations that are presented as being human-like, according to research. A study has found that writing about a destination as if it were human could boost its appeal as a travel destination. Tue, 22 Aug 2017 09:22:43 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/08/170822092243.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/07/170731091049.htm Trophy hunting of lions, the killing of selected individual animals for sport, is highly controversial, and there is much debate about what it contributes to conservation. A new article highlights significant 'unknowns' that thwart conservationists from making any robust conclusions. Mon, 31 Jul 2017 09:10:49 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/07/170731091049.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/06/170630085033.htm A new study urges the UNESCO World Heritage Convention to better conserve wilderness areas within Natural World Heritage Sites. The study revealed that only 1.8 percent of the world's wilderness is protected in these sites. Fri, 30 Jun 2017 08:50:33 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/06/170630085033.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/05/170524191601.htm The first aerial assessment of the impact of South Sudan's current civil war on the country's wildlife and other natural resources shows that significant wildlife populations have so far survived, but poaching and commercial wildlife trafficking are increasing, as well as illegal mining, timber harvesting and charcoal production. Wed, 24 May 2017 19:16:01 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/05/170524191601.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/03/170307113638.htm Many cultural sites vulnerable to climate-related changes such as rising sea levels, coastal erosion and flooding from stronger storms, warn researchers. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 11:36:38 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/03/170307113638.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/01/170130133359.htm A new study warns that more than 100 natural World Heritage sites are being severely damaged by encroaching human activities. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:33:59 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2017/01/170130133359.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/09/160922085356.htm Many of the tourists now flocking to see Australia's Great Barrier Reef (GBR) are hoping to 'see it before it's gone' in the latest example of what's come to be known as 'Last Chance Tourism (LCT)'. Thu, 22 Sep 2016 08:53:56 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/09/160922085356.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/09/160909223454.htm A research team used social media images to measure the value of outdoor recreation on public lands. The study analyzed more than 7,000 geotagged photos to calculate that conserved lands contributed $1.8 billion to Vermont's tourism industry between 2007-2014. Fri, 09 Sep 2016 22:34:54 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/09/160909223454.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/08/160804141644.htm The harmful algae bloom affecting some South Florida beaches has driven away half of people considering visiting the Sunshine State and could deter nearly three-fourths of those thinking of traveling to the affected counties, a new study shows. Thu, 04 Aug 2016 14:16:44 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/08/160804141644.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/05/160520142955.htm Tourists who feed wild monkeys in Morocco are risking the health of an endangered species by making them larger, more susceptible to disease, and more stressed, according to new research. Fri, 20 May 2016 14:29:55 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/05/160520142955.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/02/160224151836.htm In the midst of the 2016 presidential election season, headlines often tell the story of a polarized political climate in America. However, a recent national survey has found overwhelming bipartisan support for parks and recreation. Wed, 24 Feb 2016 15:18:36 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/02/160224151836.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/02/160222115143.htm When Cecil the Lion was killed last year by a trophy hunter in Zimbabwe, it caused an international outcry. Now researchers have calculated that many more males from the same park are likely to die in conflicts with humans. Mon, 22 Feb 2016 11:51:43 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2016/02/160222115143.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/11/151118071310.htm According to a European study, the most competitive cities are those with greater economic and political leadership and innovative activity. Wed, 18 Nov 2015 07:13:10 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/11/151118071310.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/11/151102083243.htm Have you ever used Airbnb or other peer-to-peer accommodation services when traveling? If yes, you are likely to travel more than you used to, you choose your destination from among a wider set of alternatives, and you are more active in your destination. Mon, 02 Nov 2015 08:32:43 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/11/151102083243.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/10/151001093724.htm Exceptionally detailed maps of five Great Lakes recreational activities have now been mapped by researchers who say the information can be used to help prioritize restoration projects. Thu, 01 Oct 2015 09:37:24 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/10/151001093724.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/07/150715170537.htm A 13-year study combined genetic and demographic data to determine that even though hunting mountain lions is prohibited in California, humans caused more than half the known deaths of mountain lions studied. Wed, 15 Jul 2015 17:05:37 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/07/150715170537.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/06/150630080429.htm Patients who travel abroad for medical treatment risk returning with complications or infections that require costly treatment, and is one of the issues highlighted in a new handbook exploring medical tourism. Tue, 30 Jun 2015 08:04:29 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/06/150630080429.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/01/150116092318.htm Only about 2 percent of commuters in three metro areas - Atlanta, the Twin Cities and Los Angeles - reported pedaling their bicycles to the transit station, suggesting the need for better infrastructure, a researcher reports. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 09:23:18 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/01/150116092318.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/01/150112134206.htm Intercity bus departures grew 2.1 percent last year, research shows. The lead researcher says, "Once people switch to the bus, they often become frequent users, in part due to the generous allowances bus companies provide to change departure times.” Mon, 12 Jan 2015 13:42:06 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2015/01/150112134206.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/11/141111092833.htm Cities around the world are pouring money into beautiful bicycle paths in hopes of convincing citizens to drive less and bike more. According to a new study, however, getting people to go from four to two wheels isn't quite that simple. Tue, 11 Nov 2014 09:28:33 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/11/141111092833.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/11/141104121120.htm The number of people commuting by bike has increased by 60% over the past decade, but until now, the increase has not been closely tied to a supportive city infrastructure. Researchers evaluated how the development of the Minneapolis Greenway affected the commute of residents over a ten-year period. The research found that bike-friendly infrastructure changes were tied to increases in “active commuting” by bike-riding residents, which can promote healthy weight and reduce cardiac risk. Tue, 04 Nov 2014 12:11:20 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/11/141104121120.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/08/140818135116.htm Compromise solutions must be found when it comes to roads built through sensitive tropical and subtropical areas, say experts. While developing nations need to deploy adequate transportation infrastructure to develop mineral and energy resources, the researchers write, governments too often put development ahead of wildlife without thinking about the long-term consequences. Mon, 18 Aug 2014 13:51:16 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/08/140818135116.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/08/140814124340.htm That mountain lions have managed to survive at all in the Santa Monica Mountains of California -- in the vicinity of Los Angeles -- is a testament to the resilience of wildlife, but researchers studying these large carnivorous cats now show that the lions are also completely isolated, cut off from other populations by the freeway. According to the researchers' analyses, only one young mountain lion successfully dispersed into the Santa Monica Mountains in a decade. Thu, 14 Aug 2014 12:43:40 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/08/140814124340.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/08/140804123317.htm Sports stadiums in Denver suffer from excess parking, creating unattractive concrete spaces, heat islands, and missed economic opportunities, according to a new study. "We tend to think the more parking, the better," said one author. "But too much parking can be as bad as too little." Mon, 04 Aug 2014 12:33:17 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/08/140804123317.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/04/140416162454.htm If you’re planning a summer vacation or weekend getaway, when you book your hotel room can make a big difference. A new study found you’ll be happier with your hotel stay if you book your room after business hours. The research found that consumers who made reservations during business hours selected a higher quality hotel, but they were ultimately less satisfied with their choice. Additionally, the study’s findings on hotel quality and satisfaction is the same regardless of whether a reservation is made online, by phone or through a travel agent. Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:24:54 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/04/140416162454.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/04/140409134321.htm Can modern engineers learn best practices from ancient road builders? Modern road construction often relies on modifying the landscape by blasting through rock, which can result in landslides. Because the Inca relied on working within their environment, following the contours of the land and controlling the water flow around it, their road still stands today. The research has important implications for understanding the construction methods employed by the Inca. 2014年结婚,09年4月13:43:21美国东部时间 //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/04/140409134321.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/02/140203191729.htm 一组研究人员发现,英国的背影e traveling abroad for medical treatment are often unaware of the potential health and financial consequences they could face. Mon, 03 Feb 2014 19:17:29 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2014/02/140203191729.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/11/131104092728.htm A team of British researchers is warning governments and healthcare decision makers across the globe to be wary of the myths and hype surrounding medical tourism. Mon, 04 Nov 2013 09:27:28 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/11/131104092728.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/10/131030125546.htm Would you consider traveling to Mexico or India for a less-expensive rhinoplasty or breast augmentation procedure? Many Americans are doing just that -- and the trend is having an impact on the market for cosmetic plastic surgery. Wed, 30 Oct 2013 12:55:46 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/10/131030125546.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/10/131021211722.htm Scientists use social media -- vacation photos from Flickr -- to study how people use natural areas for tourism and recreation. Mon, 21 Oct 2013 21:17:22 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/10/131021211722.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/07/130725112735.htm Veterans participating in extended outdoor group recreation show signs of improved mental health, suggesting a link between the activities and long-term psychological well-being, according to results of a new study. Thu, 25 Jul 2013 11:27:35 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/07/130725112735.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/06/130624143622.htm NOAA's National Weather Service has discovered that 64 percent of lightning deaths since 2006 occurred while people were participating in leisure activities, with fishing topping the list at 26 deaths. Mon, 24 Jun 2013 14:36:22 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/06/130624143622.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/04/130415095939.htm Does social media and internet based information sources such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Blogs and many more influence our decision on where we travel to and how we share our experiences with others? Mon, 15 Apr 2013 09:59:39 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/04/130415095939.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/03/130328124804.htm Adolescents participating in wilderness and adventure therapy programs are at significantly less risk of injury than those playing football and are three times less likely to visit the emergency room for an injury than if they were at home, a new study finds. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:48:04 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/03/130328124804.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/01/130131120640.htm The Republic of Congo has declared a new national park that protects a core population of the 125,000 western lowland gorillas discovered by WCS in 2008. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:06:40 EST //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2013/01/130131120640.htm