Experts have confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year on record, with BBC data analysis revealing that more than 200 days last year set a new global record. Extreme wildfires, heatwaves and flooding hit Europe, America, and Asia.
Worryingly, the UK Met Office has suggested that 2024 might see even higher temperatures. To find out more about the impacts climate change could on tourist destinations, DiscoverCars.com partnered with environmental specialist and sustainability analyst Marish Cuenca to analyze the potential scenarios that could have an effect on the appearance of popular destinations across the globe.
And their research did not look promising for London. The English capital offers modern cityscape views, with plenty of tourist attractions, museums, galleries, and more for travelers to enjoy. The city can be prone to excessive traffic during certain times of the day, but that doesn't put off tourists planning a visit.
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By the year 2050, however, this beautiful city could look a lot different – according to environmental expert Marish Cuenca. Due to rising sea levels, the majority of the London docks and any suburbs near the River Thames are anticipated to be submerged by 2050.
This will have a significant impact on some of the most prominent tourist attractions, including the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament, and London Bridge.
Another tourist hotspot which could be damaged by rising sea levels was Cairo. Home to the world-famous Pyramids of Giza and the bustling city of Cairo, this region has something for everyone. Outside of the busy city traffic, Greater Cairo is mostly made up of open desert landscapes that make for a truly breathtaking and adventurous holiday experience.
Looking ahead to 2050, this region could look considerably different. According to environmental expert Marish Cuenca, the threat of urbanization means that much of this desert could soon be transformed into towns and other urban areas that take away from the rurality of the current landscape.
Additionally, sea levels are gradually rising, causing erosion to the limestone that makes up the majority of the land in the area.
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