WHAT IS

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The increase in visitor numbers on destinations has had an impact on resources, the environment and local communities

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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM vs. SUSTAINABLE TOURISM vs. ECOTOURISM Is there a difference?

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By travelling responsibly we can learn through meaningful connections, and get a better understanding of local culture, and social and environmental issues

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BUT WHAT DO LOCAL COMMUNITIES, THE PLANET AND WILDLIFE GET OUT OF IT? HOW DO THEY BENEFIT?

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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 1 Engaging with local communities and reducing single-use plastic

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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 2 Using your purchasing power to support local businesses

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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 3 Respecting the local ecosystem and leaving sand and shells on the beach

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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 4 Spreading the load of overtourism

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FIND OUT MORE EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBLE TOURISM HERE

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WHAT IS

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM

AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

The increase in visitor numbers on destinations has had an impact on resources, the environment and local communities

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM vs. SUSTAINABLE TOURISM vs. ECOTOURISM Is there a difference?

By travelling responsibly we can learn through meaningful connections, and get a better understanding of local culture, and social and environmental issues

BUT WHAT DO LOCAL COMMUNITIES, THE PLANET AND WILDLIFE GET OUT OF IT? HOW DO THEY BENEFIT?

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 1 Engaging with local communities and reducing single-use plastic

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 2 Using your purchasing power to support local businesses

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 3 Respecting the local ecosystem and leaving sand and shells on the beach

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM EXAMPLE 4 Spreading the load of overtourism

FIND OUT MORE EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBLE TOURISM HERE

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