Tag: Sailing
Tourism, not just ecotourism, in Vietnam, has changed vastly since the mid-1980s. Between political and economic reforms, government-led policy developments, work with the USAID, UNWTO, and UNDP, and a shift towards community-based sustainable tourism development, ecotourism in Vietnam has gradually grown into a fully-fledged industry. Political History In 1986, under the “doi moi” “renovation” programme […]
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Ecotourism in the Galapagos has been a challenging thing to develop. How, realistically, are you supposed to protect the most intriguing, unique, and famous ecosystem on the planet, when it has become one of the most desired places to visit? One of the first things you’re taught when you visit the Galapagos is to take […]
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With its lush tropical sites, impressive mountains and caves, and intriguing ancient Mayan ruins, Belize is a haven for ecotourism and exploration. Belize is so well suited to ecotourism, that it has become the country’s largest industry. Unfortunately, the ecotourists have also brought with them, albeit unintentionally, environmental degradation of many of Belize’s most popular […]
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Looking for an ecotourism experience at the end of the earth? Somewhere where the sea crashes against dramatic cliffs, little ferries shuttle in and out of charming blue harbours, sheep and their lambs graze happily in fields, and summertime yields extra long days? Head north…far north, to the Western Islands of Scotland, and prepare 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 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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Despite being one of the oldest civilisations in the world, Greece is anything but old-fashioned. The country is a haven for beautiful sparkling waters, awe-inspiring natural and historical relics, and savoury delights, all of which come together as fascinating experiences of ecotourism in Greece. Eco Sailing and Diving One of the most stunning natural attractions […]
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