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Giant sea turtles swimming up to safe haven in Panama
A new project by Amble Resorts is helping preserve aquatic life on Panama’s warm coastline – a key nesting ground for many sea turtle species.
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‘Koh Taoism’: conservation initiatives involving travelers and divers
‘Koh Taoism’ is an initiative by local businesses and dive operators to lessen the environmental impact of tourism and preserve Koh Tao and its reefs. But is it too late?
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Keeping America’s beaches ‘barefoot-friendly’
Barefoot Wine has partnered with the Surfrider Foundation to reveal beachgoer trends from coast to coast – and found that garbage is on everyone’s minds.
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Traveling green for 2010
The new year’s top ten travel and vacation destinations show how travelers want to go green, get active and find adventure.
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Galapagos Diving – Keeping it Green
Is it possible for us to enjoy the benefits of Galapagos diving without leaving further footprints on this, the most wonderful of natural resources?
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Tripadvisor: Let’s get naked
In honor of the recent Nude Recreation Week, the popular travel community site has unveiled a new list of the Top 5 Naked Events and Nude Beaches for summertime, according to both site editors and travelers alike, highlighting everything from a massive skinny-dip to hanging in the breeze on sunny shores.
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Clean, green beaches are always good for family fun
As families and beach-lovers around the country prepare to flock to the shored for the July 4th weekend, the Clean Beach Council has just released its annual list of clean and healthy beaches for “National Clean Beaches Week” – highlighting family-friendly beaches that are clean, healthy and above all environmentally well-managed.
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Sea Turtles join a new eco education program for kids in San Juan
The InterContinental San Juan Resort & Casino has started a new environmental education program for kids in line with World Sea Turtle Day. The new program is the latest addition to the resort’s Planet Trekkers Kids Club – a club that lets kids ages 4-12 learn the importance of the Earth, water, plants and animals. It teaches youngsters how caring for the planet and its creatures can be fun.
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Can three conservation groups win protection for sea turtles with a lawsuit?
The U.S. government is being sued over sea turtle protection, or rather lack thereof, by three conservation groups. The lawsuit has been filed against the National Marine Fisheries Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over violations of the Endangered Species Act.
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Adventure tourism gaining momentum on Malaysia's Sipadan Island
Tourism Malaysia is showcasing its latest adventure tourism offerings, hoping to lure in some “adrenaline junkies” in search of the ultimate natural rush at this year’s “Adrenaline Sports Live” expo.
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Adventure travelers look for the 'Seven Whitewater Wonders of the World'
Eco-savvy adventure travel company, O.A.R.S. (Outdoor Adventure River Specialists), possibly the largest, most geographically diverse whitewater rafting outfitter in the western U.S., takes thousands of adventurists off the grid and through the world’s waterways each year, offering over 75 unique water itineraries for every budget.
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EcoGreenHotel opens up on Florida’s Green Lodging Program
A model green hotel certification program that continues to grow, Florida’s Green Lodging Program has become a cornerstone example of green certification principles for the lodging industry.
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Hawai gone Green: The untouched 'Garden Island' of Kauai
With 97% of its land undeveloped, mountainous rainforest, Kauai’s 43 miles of beaches have shielded this small, pristine land in the middle of the Pacific since the island’s formation. It is a true Polynesian paradise, and the 58,000 permanent residents would like to keep it that way.
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World Ocean Day brings mystique of Sea Turtles to the surface for wildlife lovers
As one of the world’s most mystical and prehistoric creatures, sea turtle exploration presents many opportunities to see these endangered gentle giants and participate in conservation efforts that are underway to protect them.
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Philippines gets world's first non-profit luxury eco-resort
The Cacao Pearl is offering 100% of its operating profits to eco and socioeconomic development throughout the Philippines. Ouilt on a 124-acre private island in the Calamianes archipelago, the resort is to be surrounded by beautiful rainforest and bordered by over a mile of pristine beaches.
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Eco-surf in Micronesia with Kosrae Surf Tours
Since 2000, surfer Matt Rott has dedicated himself to creating and promoting responsible surf tourism in the South Pacific. His new, eco-friendly surf camp debuts this month on the Micronesian island of Kosrae, one of the four states of the Federated States of Micronesia.
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Puerto Plata the New Coast of Eco-Style and Activity
Puerto Plata has become the “it” destination for adventure and eco-travel along with affordable luxury. With its laid back and relaxing atmosphere, culture and desirable warm weather, Puerto Plata is an astonishing place that will delight even the most experienced traveler.
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Tsunami relief funds redirected to Kerala tourism, Locals angry
Funds generated and intended for the relief of tsunami-affected communities in the southern Indian state of Kerala are getting re-allocated to develop tourism, prompting angry protests by local people. Kerala Tourism says developments will provide large-scale opportunity to local people, but tsunami survivors do not agree.
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New eco-friendly options at Amelia Island Hotels
Amelia Island hotels are providing visitors with many eco-friendly options including green lodging, complimentary bikes and more.
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New Jersey’s Marriott Seaview Resort & Spa helps protect turtles
Seaview Resort & Spa, a Marriott resort in New Jersey is taking environmentally friendly actions to become a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary and help preserve the Diamondback Terrapins.
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