Articles related to "Sustainable Tourism"



2010 Soccer World Cup – South Africa Gears Up
Preparations for the FIFA 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa are running according to schedule. Most of the stadiums are almost completed and excitement is building.
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A Leader in Sustainable Tourism
As a leader of luxury class hotels and resorts within the travel and tourism industry, Fairmont was the first to launch a chain-wide environmental program.
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Carbon Offset Program for Travel
A luxury hotel company has joined a carbon offset program to reduce greenhouse gases. Sustainable Travel also has many other programs to make it easier to travel green.
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Responsible Luxury Travel Plans
Luxury leisure travel and ecotourism are not mutually exclusive. The tourism industry is catching up to consumer demands for more sustainable, yet comfortable, vacations.
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Best Eco Travel Guides
Eco travellers planning a trip will find these green travel guides based on sustainable and responsible travel invaluable.
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Bonefish in the Bahamas
The bonefish is a popular game fish in the Caribbean, important in supporting the economy.
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Eco Friendly Travel Tips for Green Globetrotters
Practice earth-friendly habits world wide by following these simple guidelines for sustainable tourism at hotels and when flying, shopping, dining and touring.
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Green Travel and Eco-Tourism Projects
Some hotels work hard to reduce their impact and carbon footprint, using solar energy, creative recylcling programs. Here's what to look for in an eco-hotel.
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Guidebook Review: Ecoescape United Kingdom
Slow travel meets slow food in this guide full of environmentally friendly tips to help you reduce your carbon footprint and find the best local food and drink in the UK.
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Rwanda's Akagera National Park
Akagera is big game safari country: visitors enjoy all the rich diversity of East Africa's animal and bird life in magnificent scenery, but away from the tourist crowd.
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
UNESCO World Heritage Sites include such natural wonders as the Grand Canyon and man-made wonders such as Egypt's Pyramids. How to visit, protect, and support them.
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Visiting Rwanda's National Parks
In the towering Virunga mountains, Nyungwe's lush forests and the grasslands and lakes of Akagera. visitors can experience all the diversity of East Africa's animal life.
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Ethical and Enjoyable Vacation Ideas
Cambodia's 1,000-plus non-government organizations as well as local communities and associations provide many options for ethical tours, dining and shopping.
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Getting the Design Right - Inclusive Destination Development
A slow transformation is taking place in the travel and hospitality industry. Concepts like "Universal Design," Visitability," and "Inclusive Destination Development" are part of the new vocabulary of a tourism exhibiting the "Curb Cut Effect."
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Green Places to Stay
Green Places to Stay, published by Alastair Sawday Publishing in the UK and Globe Pequot in the USA, includes a selection of eco-chic UK and Ireland accommodation
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Hotel Dunas Canteras: Inclusive Destination Development Nests in the Canary Islands
Inclusive travel begets inclusive destinations -- or is it the reverse? A critical mass of savvy travelers and accessible destinations makes it possible to undertake region-wide planning for full inclusion. Hotel Dunas Canteras is poised to ignite that transmutation in the Canary Islands.
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How to Travel Ireland the Eco Way
Carbon footprints don't stay at home when people go on holidays. This travel guide portrays 50 sustainably managed hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions in Ireland.
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Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla trekkers in Volcanoes National Park can study the world's most important population of mountain gorillas feeding, grooming and playing in their natural habitat.
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Ruta del Sol Cycling Tour Pedernales to Same
This 9-12-day cycling route, which starts in Salinas and ends almost 600 km north in Same, is a beautiful way to get to know the Ecuadorian coastal countryside.
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Advice for Travel with a Canine Companion – Outta Sight Travel
Jackie Hull shares tips for travelers with service dogs.
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Defining the Market of Travelers With Disabilities
Applying best practices to travel and hositality using the United Nation's definition of disability with notes from the field of Universal Design.
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Inclusive Tourism: Some Definitions
Inclusive Tourism draws from Universal Design and Visitability to assure participation of the broadest range of travelers.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum of Dubai: A Fair Sheikh for Travelers with Disabilities
Conferences on Inclusive Tourism are increasing around the world but Dubai is taking the lead in Inclusive Development Development by inviting 3 million travelers with disabilities to judge their ambitious goals.
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Taipei Plan of Action for Accessible Tourism
International Accessible Tourism Conference, held at Taipei from 5 to 6 May 2005, produced an action plan that promises continued, coordinated development of barrier-free tourism infrastructure in the region.
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The First International Conference on Accessible Tourism - Taipei, Taiwan
Eden Social Welfare Foundation will host the first international conference dedicated entirely to travel and disability. To be help May 4 - 8, 2005 in Taipei, Taiwan, the conference will simultaneously launch the Asia Pacific Accessible Travel League (APTL). Comments posted in the Discussion following this article will be used by conference organizers.
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The Global Reach of Accessible Tourism
Opening keynote from the 2005 International Conference on Accessible Tourism, Taipei, Taiwan, May 4-8, 2005.
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The Six Knows of Preparing to Travel
Six areas to look at before traveling with a disability.
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The Vexel Quovis Has Landed
The Vexel Quovis is a unique vehicle that is designed to be driven from a wheelchair.
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Theme Parks, Imaginary Worlds, and Real Access
Looking at theme parks from the perspective of inclusion.
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Discover the Spirit of 2010 Trail, B.C., Canada
Experience the great outdoors in southern British Columbia by camping and hiking along the newly established Spirit of 2010 Trail.
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Fiskars, Classic Sewing Scissors
There aren't too many people throughout the world who haven't heard of Fiskars.
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Green Expedition Vessel Launched in Galapagos
Ecoventura has introduced the first green tour boat to be placed into service in the Galapagos, an environmentally sensitive World Heritage Site.
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Hotel de la Paix Siem Reap
The unique experience of touring Cambodia's world heritage site Angkor Wat is enhanced by a stay at Hotel de la Paix, a stylish boutique hotel in the heart of Siem Reap.
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New Under Sea Mega Sculpture-Park for Divers
Jason De Caires Taylor, sculptor and diver, is planning his latest Installation. His sculpture park will help the local economy and take the strain off the natural reefs.
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Prince William Sound Marine Trail
Residents of Prince William Sound are exploring the founding of a 300-mile all water trail linking together the communities of Prince William Sound, Alaska.
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Cooking Lessons at the Chiang Mai Cookery School
Classes at the Chiang Mai Thai Cookery School are an easy and entertaining introduction to the skills and ingredients needed to prepare this delicious and exotic food.
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Golf Vacation Hotel in Scotland
Scotland's long history of golf is perfectly reflected at the Fairmont St. Andews Hotel. The two world-class golf courses and luxury amenties make for a memorable trip.
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Green Living Project Expands to South America
Green Living Project will be documenting projects in Ecuador, Brazil & Peru, some of the leading responsible tourism and sustainability-focused destinations in S. America
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How To Be an Eco-Tourist in Africa
International travelers visit Africa to appreciate the scenic beauty and diverse wildlife found on this vast continent. How can the environmental impact be minimized?
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Monarch Butterfly Migration
Both Mexico and the United States are contributing to the potential extinction of the monarch butterfly despite the creation of a biosphere reserve to protect them.
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Newport RI, Coastal Town in Northeastern U.S.
Newport Rhode Island, selected by National Geographic Traveler survey of Historic Places Destinations, has mixed reviews from the experts and mixed reaction from locals.
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Saborea Puerto Rico Festival at Isla Verde
Savor the Gastronomic Capital of the Caribbean with Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association's Culinary Extravaganza from April 4th through 6th 2008.
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Threats to Wildlife of Danube Delta
The Danube Delta, an area of exceptional beauty is, threatened by human activity. A balance must be found between responsible ecotourism and the protection of the region.
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Trends in Travel Writing
Trends in the travel and leisure industries change. Keeping abreast of them is key for writers looking for marketable story ideas.
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Tsitsikamma is South Africa's Adventure Capital
South Africa's Tsitsikamma offers everything from bird watching to bungee jumping. This ecotourism mecca appeals to green travelers and adrenaline junkies alike.
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News Roundup
News roundup from October

Top 10 Summer Travel Destinations
The Adventure Travel Trade Association suggests its top 10 ideas for summer vacation destinations. These spots were chosen by uniqueness, special attractions and more.
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Volunteer Eco Tourism in Belize
Casa del Caballo Blanco is an eco lodge that supports a bird rehabilitation and release program in Belize. Green travel packages and tours add to an interesting vacation.
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WOLVES IN GOAT SKINS
Our Mission Impossible is to throw ourselves from skyscrapers in neon light or tip toe to moonlight peeping through cottage windows - to uncover the tricky games of MARKETING FRAUD. We'll find You, we'll expose You, ALL YOU WOLVES IN GOAT SKINS - on the way to grandma’s house with Little Red Riding Hood’s adventures in your baskets…
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New Zealand Travel – Mount Maunganui Beach
The relaxed ambience of Mt Maunganui makes for an ideal summer holiday. Swimming, surfing and dolphin encounters are some of the activities in this Bay of Plenty resort.
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