Eco-Tourism

What is eco-tourism? The International Ecotourism Society defines ecotourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people."

This means that those who implement and participate in ecotourism activities should follow the following principles:

-Minimize impact
-Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect
-Provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
-Provide direct financial benefits for conservation
-Provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
-Raise sensitivity to host countries' political, environmental, and social climate
-Support international human rights and labor agreements

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