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10 places which show how Zambia Is eco-amazing

Diego Delso When it comes to safaris and ecotourism, Zambia often takes a back seat to the likes of Botswana, Kenya, and Tanzania. But this large country in south-central Africa is positively packed with eco treasures, and its marquis attraction is one of the planet´s most spectacular waterfalls, Victoria Falls, which it shares with Zimbabwe. In addition, there are some 20 teeming nature reserves which offer as rewarding an eco-experience as any of Zambia´s neighbors – arguably even more so,…

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7 ecotourism stars of Honduras

HermésLeonelVega Though Costa Rica is Central America´s (and perhaps all of Latin America´s) premier star when it comes to ecotourism, there´s also an undersung but incredibly rich trove of eco treasures to be explored next door in Honduras, with lush rainforests and stunning coastlines, among other things. On the marine side – exploring the richness of the world´s second largest coral reef, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef – the islands of Roatán and Utila are better known. But here are a…

Started by Jorge Carlos Tejada Sobrino

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Ecotourism in '10 of the Coolest Experiences You Can Have in Vietnam´

This scintillating southeast Asian country is renowned for its many historic temples, colonial architecture, geological wonders, fine beaches, and mouthwatering cuisine, but Vietnam also offers plenty of cool experiences - some of which are unusual, and several of which you can´t even have elsewhere. Despite years of colonialism, then war, then modernisation, there remain parts of Vietnam which remains relatively authentic, where locals make great efforts to preserve many traditions and…

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The Jewel in Puerto Rico's Eco Crown: El Yunque Rainforest

Javier_Art_Photography The "Isle of Enchantment" offers an amazingly diverse menu of options to visitors, in capital San Juan and well beyond - history and culture, for sure, but also tasty eating, drinking, and beaching, along with memorable partying and much much more. But one side of Puerto Rico you should definitely not miss is its wealth of eco opportunities, from glowing "bioluminescent" bays to spectacular waterfalls, and most especially a large swath about an hour's drive from San…

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Stan & Ginger Duncan January 14, 2010 at 5:47pm

We are very excited to be participating in the Go Green Expo in Los Angeles later this month. Come by Booth #310 between January 22 & 24 at the Los Angeles Convention Center at 1201 South Figueroa St., South Hall J, and watch some terrific video of the eco-adventures we offer at Alderwood Retreat. Naturalist guided hikes, guided sea kayaking past bird rookeries and sea otter colonies, marine tours to see porpoise & whales, voluntourism projects like cleaning up our outlying beaches, historical & cultural tours, cooking classes, and SO much more are all available at our eco-lodge in the pristine Alaskan wilderness on Kodiak Island. This show is oriented by & for people who care about taking care of the environment, so there'll be lots to see! The first folks to e-mail us will recieve free passes into the show!!! Hope to see you there!
West Africa Discovery January 12, 2010 at 8:52pm

West Africa Discovery (www.westafricadiscovery.com) , a web portal aiming to raise awareness towards West Africa and to promote sustainable/responsible tourism development through the listing of tours, accommodations and volunteer projects that strive towards the fulfilment of criteria outlined in the Cape Town, Kerala and Belize declarations on responsible tourism practices in destinations (http://www.westafricadiscovery.co.uk/responsible-tourism.html). We also aim to make West Africa Discovery the first port of call in the UK for referring tourists to Western African based Responsible Tourism projects.

As a company we aim to help in the development of Responsible/Sustainable development in all West African countries by linking like minded people together to facilitate the sharing of ideas, educating by distributing Responsible Tourism related material to Tourism organisations and helping locally based individuals to develop ideas which will help to develop the concept in their country.

We are committed to putting West Africa on the map as a destination that tourists would like to visit, and our vision is that through the West Africa Discovery project the listed accommodations and tours will provide benefits for local communities whilst respecting the natural, cultural, social and historical heritages in the destination.
Andres Hammerman - Black Sheep January 8, 2010 at 2:29am

Our website has been revamped, take a look at the new version if you haven't been there before
West Africa Discovery December 28, 2009 at 3:04pm

West Africa Discovery promotes accomodation, tours and volunteer projects based in West Africa that are showing a significant commitment to the Responsible Tourism policies outlined in the Cape Town, Kerala and Belize declarations on Responsible Tourism in destinations. Visit us at www.westafricadiscovery.co.uk to discover our current selection of Responsible Tourism projects.
Andres Hammerman - Black Sheep December 17, 2009 at 2:29am

Black Sheep Inn Ecuador is an internationally award winning Ecolodge. I think you would be impressed by the extensiveness of the eco standards at our quirky eco resort. see www.blacksheepinn.com

Black Sheep Inn: Ecuador Eco-Lodge, Bed & Breakfast, Hotel, Eco Resort

Ecolodge RETREAT near Laguna Quilotoa, certified by the Ecuador Ecotourism Society. Small friendly rural eco-lodge, offering comfortable accommodatio…
Patricia Gajo December 16, 2009 at 10:13pm

Hi, I am writing a feature on eco-hotels and need a total of five for my article. So far I am looking at La Luna in Grenada, Ace in Palm Springs, Dos Palmas in Palawan, Philippines...I would love suggestions on two more...hopefully one in Canada, as this is a Canadian pub. patricia.gajo@adventuramag.ca
José Balido November 25, 2009 at 4:06am

Britain's new Air Passenger Duty Tax is being called a 'disaster for the Caribbean.' A family of four taking a holiday in the Caribbean will end up spending an extra GBP300 ($498) on taxes alone as a result, presumably to "offset aviation's carbon emissions."

My opinion: we must do everything in our power to protect the environment. But is this the best way? How do we know the British govt is really using the proceeds to plant saplings? And how do we balance the need to protect the planet, assuming this is a valid way, with the need to maintain a healthy tourism industry in impoverished nations and a healthy economy in general?

It's a tough one, I know. Any thoughts?
Tony Humphrey November 25, 2009 at 3:48am

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As we do not charge any fees to travel businesses they have an option to reach out to our audience of direct booking travellers......and they will even get a free $99usd membership......not bad eh?....take a gander at the member offers on the site.....a little tip for singles......you can also get a free membership for yourself.....simply purchase a SHIsymbol at SHIsymbol.com (go to special offers page)...if you know a single or are 'about to be single' you can also buy one for yourself or a friend and keep the club membership for your own family.....even better eh?

We can all whinge about 'stuff' or we can do something to counter the negativity.....it's your choice......tony@thetoptravelclub.com
Tony Humphrey November 24, 2009 at 6:40pm

I forgot to mention in my earlier post that all travel businesses that join our TopTravelVoucher program will also be offered a free family membership in TheTopTravelClub.com ($99usd per year) so that they may also enjoy the savings on our travel selections in over 80 countries. Application form onsite at www.TheTopTravelClub.com
Best Eco lodges November 24, 2009 at 5:13am

Thank you Andres for mentioning that the website link was misspelled. we are also very proud of featuring your lodge. All the best. Best Eco Lodges
www.best-ecolodges.com