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
Before the Southern Cardamom project, communities drank unsafe water from canals, handmade wells, and lakes. Thanks to the funding from carbon offsets, the project has
The Chorng Indigenous people have lived in the Cardamom Mountains for decades and are considered essential to preserving these forest areas. Their cultural heritage was
The Southern Cardamom carbon offset project is dedicated to preserving one of Cambodia’s most important forest ecosystems, safeguarding its biodiversity and carbon sequestration abilities. Through
In the Southern Cardamom Forest, rangers and local communities are working together to protect one of Southeast Asia’s most vital ecosystems. They are playing a
This video introduces the Garo Clean Cookstoves project and the impact it has had on the local communities. It highlights challenges such as cooking poverty
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...
Tourism can influence the future of Asian elephants – either aiding their survival or worsening the threats they face – depending on how it occurs. The industry has great potential to improve the outlook for Asian elephants by addressing the root drivers of population decline. From generating funding for habitat...
Elephants are some of the most beloved animals on the planet. Their sheer size is enough to captivate animal lovers around the world. Elephants’ unique physical appearance and humanlike social structures make them one of the most popular species for tourists to see in Asia. With elephant populations dwindling worldwide,...
Sea turtles have been an important part of ocean ecosystems since the age of the dinosaurs. Humans and turtles have interacted for thousands of years, with drawings of ancient turtles found in early cave paintings. Today, human-turtle interactions are more complicated than ever as humans overload nesting beaches, chase turtles...
Sea turtles have long captivated tourists worldwide. Spotting one of these majestic creatures is often the highlight of coastal vacations. But sadly, sea turtles are rapidly disappearing from our oceans. Six of the seven species of sea turtle are listed as vulnerable or endangered. This blog explores fascinating facts about...
The Great Barrier Reef. Yellowstone. The Amazon Rainforest. One of the top reasons that tourists are drawn to destinations such as these is because of their rich biodiversity and unique landscapes. According to Brand USA, 2 of the top 5 motivators for selecting vacation spots are ecotourism and nature. Wanderlusters...