4 Travel Experiences That Bring Carbon Offsets to Life
March 26, 2025
Tourism can be a catalyst for conservation, community development, and climate awareness. High-quality carbon offsets help make this possible by funding the protection of critical wildlife habitats, advancing Indigenous rights, and supporting livelihoods and social programs that address poverty. Tourism experiences connected to carbon offset projects can deepen travelers’ understanding...
WILLEMSTAD, CURAÇAO (March 17, 2025) – As destinations worldwide struggle with overtourism, the Caribbean island of Curaçao is taking a forward-thinking approach that prioritizes high-value, low-impact tourism growth and long-term resilience over short-term gains. In partnership with Sustainable Travel International and the George Washington University International Institute of Tourism Studies...
As we reflect on 2024, we’re proud of the strides we made toward advancing responsible tourism across the globe. From fostering inclusive climate action to equipping tourism professionals with new knowledge, this year was marked by strategic collaborations, impactful projects, technological advancements, and ongoing educational outreach. Below, we highlight some...
The United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP29, is currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, where world leaders are gathering to advance global climate action. Our CEO, Paloma Zapata, will be on the ground, advocating for sustainable solutions in tourism. The Conference of the Parties (COP) brings together nearly 200 nations to...
Our sixth Climate Impact Portfolio of 2024, released on November 8, supports five carbon offset projects around the world. Read on to learn more about the impact these projects are creating for the climate, communities, and biodiversity. Carbon offsets purchased from Portfolio 6 of 2024 are distributed across the forestry,...
Elephant experiences are extremely popular tourist activities across Asia, especially in Thailand. From elephant bathing and riding to sanctuaries and safaris, there are many elephant tourism experiences, but not all are created equal. With tourist awareness of unethical practices growing, many are left questioning if it’s possible to see Asian...