Relaxing

25 nature travel guides about relaxing, from national parks and wild coasts to green cities around the world.

Croatia, Europe

Ecotourism in Croatia - Sparkling Water and Local Experiences

Often described as a jewel in the Adriatic , Croatia is rapidly gaining popularity as a destination for tourists seeking something different from the usual…

Chile, South America

Ecotourism in Chile

So narrow it's almost invisible on a map, Chile does anything but blend in when you see it in real life. This visually diverse country is comprised of five…

Monaco, Europe

Sustainable Development and Ecotourism in Monaco

Although Monaco is small, it manages to attract about 5 million day visitors, and hundreds of thousands of overnight and cruise ship visitors. As such, the…

Laos, Asia

Ecotourism in Laos

Small and land-locked, Laos is becoming an increasingly popular southeast Asian destination, and for good reason. The country is home to some spectacular…

Latvia, Europe

Ecotourism in Latvia: The Baltic's Hidden Treasure

Latvia is one of those rare treasures that seems to have it all: an impressive ecosystem, captivating culture, dedication to ecotourism, and the air of being…

Bahamas, North America

Ecotourism in the Bahamas

The islands of the Bahamas are one of the most popular in the Caribbean, and for good reason - the beaches are phenomenal, the landscape is serene, and the…

Tunisia, Africa

Ecotourism in Tunisia: Sustainable Tourism Development

Much of the tourism industry in Tunisia is still very much under development, particularly ecotourism and sustainable tourism . Plans and visions have been…

Maldives, Asia

Protecting Paradise: Ecotourism in the Maldives

The Maldives, a ring of islands in the Indian Ocean, frequently top two lists: most beautiful places in the world, and most endangered places in the world…

Belize, North America

Ecotourism in Belize, Preserve, Conserve, and Educate

With its lush tropical sites, impressive mountains and caves, and intriguing ancient Mayan ruins, Belize is a haven for ecotourism and exploration. Belize is…

Albania, Europe

Albania: Ecotourism in Europe's Hidden Gem

Despite bordering some of Europe's most popular tourist spots, like Greece and Montenegro, Albania remains blissfully hidden from the spotlight. Adventurers…

Portugal, Europe

Ecotourism in Portugal's Azores Islands

Over a thousand kilometres off Portugal's west coast sit the Azores Islands, an archipelago of nine islands in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean…

Dominica, North America

Ecotourism in Dominica: Island Paradise

This little island in the Caribbean packs a lot onto its shores, and has been recognised for it too. Dominica (pronounced dom-in-eek-a) is frequently touted…

Turkey, Asia

Never-Ending Exploration: Ecotourism in Turkey

In Turkey, where east meets west, it seems as though the possibilities for exploration are endless. You could spend hours getting lost in the colourful…

Panama, North America

Panama: Ecotourism Between Two Continents

When it comes to ecotourism, Panama has learned a lot from Costa Rica, which is a good thing. Costa Rica is frequently touted as the leader in Central…

Slovakia, Europe

Ecotourism in Slovakia

In Austin Powers, Dr. Evil had himself cryogenically frozen for decades so that he could return to earth to dominate in the future. In Slovakia, you can have…

France, Europe

Elegant Ecotourism in France

In a country as refined as France, they do simple and basic remarkably well. Everything in France is elegant, or at least has an air of elegance, simply…

Fiji, Oceania

Ecotourism in Fiji with Local Tour Operators

For those living in countries where temperatures have the habit of plunging into the nether-regions of the thermometer, travelling to Fiji has likely been…

Barbados, North America

Ecotourism in Barbados

Ecotourism in Barbados. Barbados is one of those jewels in the Caribbean where every postcard looks idyllic, and every activity yields adventure. With its…

Costa Rica, North America

Ecotourism in Costa Rica

Widely regarded as one of the industry leaders in ecotourism, Costa Rica has topped many travellers' lists as the place to go for an ecotourism holiday. But…

Hungary, Europe

Ecotourism in Hungary: Local Experiences

In the last decade, Hungary has taken a really proactive approach to ecotourism. With over 300 nationally protected areas, and over 1,000 locally protected…

Germany, Europe

Ecotourism in Germany: To The Beach

When you think of a trip to Germany, you're typically thinking about beer, saurkraut, and the Autobahn. Now, you can add beaches to that list. That's right…

Jamaica, North America

Ecotourism in Jamaica: A Unique Ecotourism Holiday

Ecotourism in Jamaica land of wonder. Ecotourism in Jamaica is exciting, inspiring, and engaging, with a seemingly never-ending list of places to explore…

India, Asia

The Taj Mahal Iconic for the eco-tourists

One of the seven wonders of the world the Taj Mahal is as beautiful piece of architecture as you will find anywhere on the planet. Almost 350 years old this…

Netherlands, Europe

The Netherlands - Living the Eco-tourism Dream

The Netherlands is renowned as a flat place, full of poppy fields, windmills and endless canals or waterways for artists to paint and wildlife to enjoy. It…

Gambia, Africa

Ecotourism in Gambia

As tourism in Gambia is still a growing industry, efforts have already been made to ensure that the country doesn't suffer the adverse effects of mass…