Tag: Relaxing
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 tourist regions, all of which are home to some exquisite ecotourism opportunities. In addition to the prevalence of ecotourism in Chile, sustainable development and responsible travel […]
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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. Ecotourism in the Azores is nothing short of ideal, with biodiversity of both flora and fauna, as well as an array of activities to keep you occupied. Whether you’re looking […]
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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 yourself cryogenically frozen for about three minutes (future world domination plan not included). Slovakia, half of the former Czechoslovakia, has largely flown under the radar compared to […]
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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, beaches. Turns out Germany’s northeastern seafront is the place to see and be seen when summer’s heat tops the mercury. While completely frigid during the winter, the beaches […]
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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 because it’s French. In the French summertime, life there is further romanticised by the consistent desire to eat, drink, and play outdoors. Ecotourism in France is decidedly […]
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Small and land-locked, Laos is becoming an increasingly popular southeast Asian destination, and for good reason. The country is home to some spectacular natural sights, intriguing historical sites, varying volunteer experiences, and totally unique ecotourism experiences. Water, Water Everywhere Despite being a land-locked country, travelling in Laos offers multiple opportunities for water-based activities. Not far […]
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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 capital of Istanbul, or let days pass you by in the coastal resorts. When it comes to ecotourism in Turkey, you could spend weeks exploring the vast and varying landscapes […]
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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. It is thought that if global warming and climate change continue on their trajectory, the low-lying Maldives will be underwater by the year 2100. Consequently, there is a […]
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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 Principality is well aware of the significance of tourism, as well as the potential environmental damage such a heavy influx of visitors. The Monaco Tourist and Convention Authority This […]
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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 sites, Hungary’s attitude towards conservation and preservation is one that facilitates ecotourism efforts by local businesses and ecotourism demand from tourists. As it stands, Hungary is a great place in which […]
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