A Community-Centric Approach to Forest Conservation
October 2, 2023
Carbon offsetting allows you to mitigate the climate impact of your flights and other travel emissions, while giving back to nature and local communities. Climate change is affecting environments and people around the world, and the destinations you visit are no exception! From lush tropical islands to snowy mountain peaks,...
Picture your favorite vacation spots. Now, imagine your favorite ski resort with no snow, a coral reef barren of fish, or a tropical island without any beaches. From the Great Barrier Reef to the Alps, many of the world’s most iconic destinations are in danger from climate change. Warming oceans...
The Mesoamerican Reef Tourism Initiative (MARTI) worked in destinations bordering the world’s second-largest reef system to maintain a vibrant tourism industry that supports local communities and contributes to a healthy ecosystem. Stretching for 600 miles (965 kilometers) along the coast of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras, the Mesoamerican Reef is...
Offering picturesque natural landscapes, unique cultures, and countless recreation opportunities, mountain regions are popular tourism destinations. Particular care should be taken when developing tourism in mountain destinations, as their fragile environments and host communities can be especially prone to negative impacts. The Mountain IDEAL standard helps destinations balance tourism growth...
Increasing the perceived value of forest conservation through ecotourism development Made up of over 17,000 islands dotting the Pacific and Indian Oceans, Indonesia is a country with rich natural and cultural wonders. From dense rainforests and towering volcanoes, to picturesque mountain valleys and secluded stretches of beach, Indonesia possesses some...
The MesoAmerican Reef Tourism Initiative (MARTI) works with 130 hotels in Quintana Roo to help them improve their sustainability programs. The Sustainable Hospitality Program has been incredibly successful, helping hotels implement programs that reduce guests’ carbon footprint during their stay. The Palladium Hotels and The Bahia Principe Hotels are two...