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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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How one resort company is working to restore forests and water sources in Colorado

Popular hotel and resort chain, Vail Resorts, has entered into a new partnership to help restore forest lands and improve water quality in one of the most comprehensive forest conservation projects in the country – a project “catalyzed” seven years ago during Colorado’s largest and most devastating wildfire.

Fairmont Hotels raises money for California parks

The hotel giant is helping to raise the funds to promote the Save Our Parks Campaign to boost travelers’ eco-awareness, providing guests the opportunity to contribute $1 dollar per room night between September 1, 2009 and November 30, 2009.

Puerto Rico eco-resort makes huge strides in preservation

Gran Melia Golf Resort Puerto Rico is heavily marketing its remarkable eco-initiatives and guest activities focused on natural preservation. The resort’s ongoing guest enhancing ecological initiatives have positioned the property as a leader in the greening of the tourism industry on the island as well as throughout the Caribbean.

Adventure travel gaining ground in Panama’s Gulf of Chiriqui

Adventure travelers are taking notice of Panama’s Gulf of Chiriqui – bordering Costa Rica on he Pacific Coast, the Gulf is becoming a very popular adventure-tourism destination. Mainstream vacationers have begun flocking to the area that has been a longtime favorite for sport fisherman and backpackers.

Ontario’s Forest Festival concerts link nature, ecology and music

The Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve (no, not that Haliburton) has just announced the lineup of its 2009 Forest Festival concert schedule – a popular outdoor concert and events series set over a four-day weekend. The festival will run from Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23, 2009 at the Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve, where audiences can gather to experience the work of fantastic local Canadian musical performers and artists against a stunning wilderness backdrop of tranquil lakes and unspoiled forest.

Colorado’s Gateway Canyons Resort challenges women’s minds, bodies and spirits with a wellness retreat

Nestled within the breathtaking canyons of southwest Colorado, “soft adventure” destination Gateway Canyons Resort will host the second annual Women’s Wellness Weekend on July 24-26, 2009. Headlined by award-winning naturopathic physician, Dr. Penny Kendall-Reed, this weekend agenda may be just what the doctor ordered.

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.

Two resort companies billed as Canada's 'Greenest'

Maclean Magazine has listed Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Whistler Blackcomb as two of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2009. The two companies were recognized for for earth-friendly initiatives in promoting environmental awareness in their organizations.