Wilderness, Where Art Thou?

Thomas Friedman called the world–flat. A new map released by the European Commission and the World Bank shows that the world is, indeed, shrinking. Modern technology has made it affordable for the masses to partake in global travel, business, and networking. The World Bank’s World Development Report 2009 confirms the impact of this globalization revealing that “only 10% of land area is remote – more than 48 hours from a large city.”
Rear-View Mirror © Frank Kovalchek

This leaves one to wonder the long-term impact of globalization and extensive travel. With more and more individuals competing for resources and space, wilderness will continue to feel the effects. Read about measures taken to protect U.S. National Parks.

 
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Gennaro Salamone is the founder and editor of Enduring Wanderlust. Feel free to contact him with questions, comments, or inquiries with reference to contributing a travel article or photograph for publication.

 

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