Ecotourism
January/February 2023
Jan 30, 2023Caring for Wildlife and Community: A Walking Safari Benefits Rhinos and Local Residents in Zimbabwe
The intersection of ecotourism and community-based tourism proves the ideal union for the rewards it reaps for the people and animals who call a place home.
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December 2022
Dec 14, 2022Report Card: Forward-Looking Travel Brands Excel at Their Sustainability Efforts
According to the Intercultural Outreach Initiative, ecotourism came onto the travel scene in the early 1980s “... as a type of travel for people who wanted to learn about different and exotic environments without causing the environmental harm or damage associated with other forms of tourism.” Fast-forward to today, and a Sustainable Travel Study from Expedia Group Media Solutions shows “nearly 3 in 4 travelers would choose a destination, lodging, or transportation option that supports the local community and culture, even if it was more expensive.