Ecotourism

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Travelers engaging in responsible tourism, observing wildlife and natural beauty with respect in a pristine environment.
Travel

What Are Responsible Tourism Practices for Travelers?

In the first half of 2020, as global travel ground to a halt, the World Committee on Tourism Ethics revised its 'Tips for a Responsible Traveller'.

Camila Roque·August 22, 2026
Lush Amazon rainforest canopy with diverse wildlife, symbolizing the OKC Zoo's 2027 conservation travel destination.
Travel

OKC Zoo announces 2027 conservation travel destinations

By 2027, the Oklahoma City Zoo will launch five ambitious conservation travel programs, poised to send hundreds of tourists into the heart of global biodiversity hotspots: the Amazon, Borneo, and Mada

Adrian Vale·July 30, 2026
Introducing Historic Bethlehem River Tours: A Clear-Eyed Look at the Guided Kayak Play
Travel

Introducing Historic Bethlehem River Tours: A Clear-Eyed Look at the Guided Kayak Play

Historic Bethlehem River Tours provides guided and self-guided kayaking and biking excursions that combine outdoor activity with local history along Pennsylvania's Lehigh River and D&L Trail. This unique multi-sport adve…

Sponsored by Historic Bethlehem River Tours·July 20, 2026
A train traveling through a scenic mountain landscape, symbolizing sustainable travel and minimizing environmental impact.
Travel

What Are Sustainable Travel Tips to Minimize Environmental Impact?

Taking a train instead of a domestic flight can slash your travel emissions by around 86%, yet the booming ecotourism industry itself often struggles to deliver on its promise of sustainability.

Camila Roque·July 2, 2026
A dynamic visual representing Africa's cultural heritage and ecotourism, highlighting wildlife, landscapes, traditional art, and bustling markets as symbols of economic growth.
Culture

Africa's cultural influence becomes economic power, but AGOA's end brings transition challenges.

Ecotourism in Africa is growing at an annual rate of 20%, according to African Leadership Magazine .

Theo Ashford·June 3, 2026
A vibrant coral reef ecosystem with diverse marine life, contrasted with a distant, eco-friendly tourist boat, illustrating the balance of sustainable tourism.
Travel

What is Sustainable Tourism's Environmental Impact in 2026?

Nearly two-thirds of the Mesoamerican Reef, a vital ecosystem attracting countless tourists, is already in poor or critical condition, according to Sustainable Travel International .

Adrian Vale·May 4, 2026