As more of us focus on giving back, minimizing social/environmental harm, & increasing world understanding, responsible/ethical tourism is becoming a hot travel trends, & one with deep implications for our planet & its people.
Travel/hospitality companies taking a lead in environmental protection
As Daniel and Martha Everett and their two children enjoyed a trip to Florida's Walt Disney World, their focus was on entertainment and excitement rather than the environment. And when Barbara and Andy Allen checked into a Boston hotel, they wanted to fit as many sights as possible into their two-day visit. They gave little thought to how their stay might impact the ecosystem. But...read post
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One of the great travel blogs I follow is Sand in My Suitcase, from British-Columbia-based (and Tripatini member) Janice Mucalov and her husband Geroge. Several months ago they published a thoughtful post on what it means to travel responsibly, minimizing harm to the planet and local societies while maximizing the benefits, with a lot of great examples across all travel sectors throughout the world, plus 30 tips on how each of us can put these concepts into action when we travel. They put a lot of though and effort into this, and because responsible travel is more vital than ever in our endangered biosphere, I urge you to read it: https://sandinmysuitcase.com/responsible-tourist/?fbclid=IwAR2DgX5d...
Thinking of a safari for 2014 in deluxe hotel,lodges and tented camps? Check out this itinerary that can help you out Kenya Serena Experience Safari
Oasis Eco Camp is an exclusive family friendly, alcohol free getaway on the shores of Lake Elementaita Kenya. Set in the midst of a natural acacia forest and bushes, it is home to abundant birdlife, with the lake area boasting of over 450 species of birds.
The camp provides a serene, quiet and peaceful natural environment, conducive for romantic getaways, family retreats, friends getaways, birding enthusiasts, bush weddings and for corporate team building. The camp has been designed with minimum impact on the environment.
Accomodation ranges from self catering cottages, catered bandas, safari style large walk in tents to a campsite by the Lake. All the rooms are furnished with comfortable rustic beds with warm linen and are suited with clean modern flush toilets with hot showers and are solar powered.
Attractions and activities include,birding walks along the lake with a dip at the lakes hotspring, hiking and biking to nearby hills, bush breakfasts by the lake. Being centrally located, the camp can be used as a base to tours Lake Nakuru Park, Menengai Crater, Kariandusi prehistoric site and Hells Gate park . Its proximity from Nairobi, an hour and half's drive from city towards Nakuru, makes it the perfect GETAWAY!http://www.oasis.co.ke