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Potential for greatness: New Mexico takes the fast-track to ecotourism
The state’s Tourism Department has recently unveiled aggressive and unique ecotourism pilot projects in Taos and Gila.
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Sustainable tourism a worldwide goal for the UN
The United Nations has just announced a new global partnership to expand sustainable, responsible tourism around the world.
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The effects of tourism on local communities – A Tour Operator’s Conundrum
One travel veteran examines the impact of tourism on rural communities and asks: Are tour operators adding further pressure to fragile environments or are they providing viable opportunities for responsible development?
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Ecotourism in Costa Rica and Nicaragua
Eco travel is not just about enjoying yourself and thinking only of yourself in the process, it is about advocating eco friendly places that respect their plants, animal and cultural life at the same time supporting the well-being of the locals.
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Is Costa Rican ecotourism under attack?
Unprotected national parks in Costa Rica may pose the greatest threat to the country’s ecotourism industry, as outsiders set up shop amongst the country’s most precious treasures.
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Indonesia ecotourism gets a boost in consumer awareness
Sustainable Travel International is working with Ecolodges Indonesia to expand the role of consumer awareness in the region’s tourism markets.
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Ecotourism finds funding in African nation of Namibia
Namibia has been chosen as the first US-based Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) client to receive a $70 million ecotourism grant in an effort to establish the nation as one of Africa’s leading tourism economies within ten years.
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Ecocamp Patagonia tours win big for Responsible Tourism
Ecocamp Patagonia is at the forefront of modern of environmental practices, having developed a highly-innovative, 4 star geodesic dome tented hotel – an almost entirely portable hotel that can be dismantled and removed without leaving a trace in the richly biodiverse National Park.
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One example of how political pressure can hurt ecotourism
A future nature preserve in Puerto Rico was taken off the agenda by the commonwealth’s governor – sparking fears in many that the land will be used for hotel resorts and other detrimental human activity.
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Eco-travel industry professionals panel visit Guyana to experience and promote the country’s unique nature and cultural offerings
The group is part of the latest tourism product familiarization trip organized by the Guyana Sustainable Tourism Initiative, a joint project of the Guyana Tourism Authority and the US Agency for International Development / Guyana Trade and Investment Support project.
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Sustainable cruising with The Galapagos Foundation
In the Galapagos Islands, tourism is the first source of income, derived from the 140,000 tourists per year that visit the islands. This provides a unique challenge for cruise tour operators in Ecuador.
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Win a free eco-resort vacation in Belize!
Award-winning ecotourism resort, The Lodge at Chaa Creek, is offering up free trips with their Green Sweepstakes Lotto; a once-in-a-lifetime chance for nature travelers.
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The 2009 Skål International Ecotourism Awards sets date for November
This year’s awards highlight best practices in tourism around the world for 2009, with emphasis on the importance of the interaction of the physical, cultural, and social environment the traveler’s responsibility and the need for active community participation for ecotourism.
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Volunteer eco-travel meets Italian cuisine
An 8-day Italian Riviera tour sponsored by sustainable travel group Peace Through Travel mixes volunteer travel and ecotourism; combining wine, language and regional cuisine with nature paths, volunteer excursions and inter-cultural social events.
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Eco cabins in Australia go carbon neutral
Hidden Valley Cabins are officially the first 100% carbon neutral “ecolodge” in Queensland, Australia, serving as a role model for the tourism industry in their commitment to environmental improvement for over 20 years.
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Watch live World Environment Day video at home while learning how to protect gray whales
With Mexico being the main hub for this year’s World Environment Day, many throughout the world risk missing out on a front-row seat to the festivities. However, sustainable travel company Pax Terra is offering a live video stream of the events at Puerto San Carlos Comondú in Baja California Sur, Mexico.
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Eco-friendly whale watching
Pacific Whale Foundation president Greg Kaufman recently presented at a naturalist workshop in Provincetown, Massachusetts – sharing direct experiences with modeling eco-friendly behaviors for its guests and using eco-friendly products.
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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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Responsible travel advocate gets a new name, but its promise remains the same
The Center on Ecotourism and Sustainable Development (CESD) announced today its new name, Center for Responsible Travel (CREST), and a new web address, www.responsibletravel.org. Its focus remains on policy-oriented research, programs, and projects designed to minimize the negative impacts of tourism.
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Guyana's Surama Eco-Lodge gets honored for boosting responsible tourism
Geographic Expeditions and Small Planet Consulting have thrown their support toward Surama Eco-Lodge as it is honored at this year’s U.S. Educational Travel Conference (ETC) in New Orleans. This international recognition for Surama’s community tourism programs will boost awareness of the ecological and cultural preservation efforts underway throughout Guyana.
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Giant sea turtles swimming up to safe haven in Panama 
New adventure travel site launches to help “Book the Adventure of a Lifetime” 
San Francisco welcomes new shark exhibit in name of conservation 
Boeing helps Haiti rebuild, schools are top priority 
‘Freedom to Travel’: How will an ease on Cuba travel restrictions affect the industry? 
Sustainable hotel brand Adoba helps ‘Move America Forward’ with William Shatner 
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