What is sun tourism, the latest travel trend
Here's a new travel and tourism trend for your #sunkissed diaries. Sun tourism is becoming a rage for travel freaks, especially for those who love hitting the mountains whenever they get a chance to do so. It is slowly becoming a craze that is believed to be favorable for those who are traveling around as well as the local populace who are hosting them.
Let's understand what this trend is all about
Sun tourism is about traveling to warm and sunny destinations where one can enjoy some natural light as well as some gorgeous vistas around. The new trend has people traveling to the mountains and places with warmer climatic conditions to enjoy the balance between chilly weather and sunkissed mornings. It had been fast catching up in Himachal Pradesh before the floods hit.
Why are travelers off to such locations?
Hoteliers are sharing that people nowadays are not only looking for snowy destinations but are turning more toward sunny locations. One of the main reasons is that travelers get to indulge in various outdoor activities all year round, thanks to the mix of chilly and warm. Hospitality players also get more demand for rooms with sunrise and sunset views.
The trend has caused scientists to worry
Sun tourism is raising concerns among scientists. In locations like Shimla, the winters have noticeably moderated since the 1970s, causing anxiety among residents who ponder whether the higher minimum temperatures are linked to global warming's effects. This shift has prompted a broader conversation about climate change's local impact, with many questioning its implications for the region's environment and way of life.
Snowfall emergency meetings have become 'a mere ritual' now: Officials
Per Times of India, local bodies in Shimla have meetings during the onset of winter to tackle the challenges of snowfall. "Officials admit that for the past several decades, this meeting has become just a mere ritual. This climate change is alarming for Himachal Pradesh."
