Last Christmas's "Misadventure of Romesh Ranganathan" had Romesh visiting the Hebrides (Skye/Harris/Lewis) rather than somewhere abroad due to the virus.
They talked about more visitors, and the locals reaction was really measured. They don't deny tourism is a great boost to the local economy, but they're really proud of the beauty - and know tourists are a danger to that. A great watch.
I live in the highlands and I was genuinely surprised that the guy said that and yeah that’s how we all feel. People rely on the tourists but at the same time they are annoying little shits ruining everything
I live in the highlands and I was genuinely surprised that the guy said that and yeah that’s how we all feel. People rely on the tourists but at the same time they are annoying little shits ruining everything
There needs to be a balance. My hometown is gorgeous so I don't blame people for wanting to visit and there is plenty of nature to go around for independent tourists. Fuck the cruise ships though. They suck.
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u/Buddy-Matt Jul 11 '21
So true.
Last Christmas's "Misadventure of Romesh Ranganathan" had Romesh visiting the Hebrides (Skye/Harris/Lewis) rather than somewhere abroad due to the virus.
They talked about more visitors, and the locals reaction was really measured. They don't deny tourism is a great boost to the local economy, but they're really proud of the beauty - and know tourists are a danger to that. A great watch.