Eco Tourism
The International Ecotourism Society describes ecotourism as encompassing the following main principles:
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minimiseing the impact of tourism
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build environmental and cultural awareness and respect
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provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
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provide direct financial benefits for conservation
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provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
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raise sensitivity to host countries’ political, environmental, and social climate
So all companies promoting ethical travel, responsible travel and being environmentally friendly must take the above principles into account. The companies listed below have plenty of evidence to show that they fulfil these criteria and are committed to ethical and green issues and minimising the impact of tourism on the communities they visit.
The team here at Ethical and Green have researched many companies in the responsible tourism sector and have come up with a list of five that we like the most. As we couldn’t choose between them they are listed in alphabetical order.
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GAP Adventures
GAP Adventures specialise in adventure holidays in destinations all over the world. You can save up to 20% on Last Minute Adventure Travel Packages and find out more here.
Another adventure holiday company. Geckos Adventures offer small group travel with the flexibilty to go off your own. They are also very reasonably priced. Their website is www.geckosadventures.co.uk
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Intrepid Travel
And another adventure holiday company! Intrepid are committed to being carbon neutral by 2009. They have a charity sector and offer volunteer schemes. For more information check out their website at www.intrepidtravel.com
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Responsible Travel
One of the best responsible travel companies around. They offer a range of holidays both in the UK and abroad. Their website is www.responsibletravel.com
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Tribes Travel
Tribes has been featured heavily in the media due to it’s excellent holidays. The company also has an ethical living store. Check the website www.tribes.co.uk
