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Eco-tourism News

Eco-tourism

Ecotourism is "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people." By merging the tenets of conservation, community and sustainability, ecotourism aims to minimize the impact of our travel footprint. Organizations like the International Ecotourism Society (TIES) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) promote awareness and appreciation for biocultural diversity and conservation through education, promotion and by setting sustainable travel standards.
 
(Source: TIES, Photo: Shutterstock)
 

Articles about Eco-tourism

  • The magic of Mexico City in images

    Sun, Jan 06 2013 at 12:55 PM

    The capital of Mexico surprised me with its world-class cuisine, friendly locals, fab nightlife and incredible art. Here's why I can't wait to return.

  • 8 places for budget travelers to try in the off-season

    Thu, Jan 03 2013 at 11:37 AM

    Here are eight places to stretch your travel dollar in the off-season.

  • New travel app 'Spun' isn't just for tourists

    Thu, Nov 29 2012 at 3:07 PM

    A new app shows all of the hot spots in 11 major US cities, aggregates news stories, has a reminder system for seeing those hot spots, and more.

  • There's plenty to see in China

    Thu, Nov 29 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Video: Kevin Doyle of Conde Nast Traveler explains why China, a growing force on the global economy, wants to compete for eco-tourism dollars as well.

  • Powerball Jackpot: Five amazing eco luxuries to blow it on

    Wed, Nov 28 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Congrats! You just split $580 million. Now go ahead and treat yourself to one of these amazing green dream buys.

  • Visit Machu Picchu with huge 'zoomable' image

    Tue, Nov 27 2012 at 3:38 PM

    This huge image of the Incan site in Peru took nearly 2 hours to photograph and is made up of 1,920 separate images that were stitched together.

  • SeaWorld Orlando unveils upcoming Antarctica ride

    Tue, Nov 20 2012 at 2:48 PM

    The ride's innovative new cars will allow patrons to choose their own penguin-themed adventure.

  • Costa Rica's eco-paradise Rancho Margot featured on CNN's 'The Next List'

    Sun, Nov 11 2012 at 8:40 PM

    Rancho Margot is a slice of ecological heaven overlooking Costa Rica's Lake Arenal. Workers grow their own food, craft their own furniture, make their own soap, and derive all of their electricity from their onsite hydropower generators.

  • Top 8 agritourism destinations in the world

    Thu, Nov 08 2012 at 6:09 PM

    Agritourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the eco-tourism industry. Visitors can relax in a beautiful setting and even gain a deeper understanding of the farming process through education and hands-on experience.

  • Cuetzalan: A Mexican mountain town for the adventurous

    Thu, Nov 01 2012 at 9:34 AM

    This way off-the-beaten-path destination is a gorgeous treat for the senses.

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