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Ecotourism in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

picryl Let´s start with the fact that the Virgin Islands National Park covers nearly 60 percent of the island, based on land donated by millionaire philanthropist Laurence Rockefeller in 1956, and it harbors more than 20 trails which take hikers through diverse terrains, including various beaches, rock petroglyphs carved by the ancient Taíno people (in some cases more than a thousand years ago), and the ruins of centuries-old plantations (more about them below). Particularly notable routes…

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Ecotourism is the main draw in Guyana

snl.com With a population of just 818,000 (and just over the size of Kansas, or England and Scotland comined), this is a country relatively few people have heard of, but will soon be be much better known - in part because huge recent oil-field finds are poised to make it a "petro power" and because more and more travelers are coming to appreciate its ecotourism riches. Bordering Brazil, Suriname, and Venezuela on the north coast of South America and with a coastline of 285 miles, Guyana is…

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7 Utah eco-gems featured in the new Kevin Costner Movie ´Horizon, an American Saga´

©Perry Kibler There´s an undeniable allure for travellers to embark on a cinematic pilgrimage to the locations that have captured our imaginations on screen. One such destination which promises to enchant, with sweeping vistas and rugged landscapes, is Utah, the setting for Kevin Costner's epic four-film series Horizon: An American Saga, the first of which was just released at the end of June. With a budget of $100 million, the films series a dozen years of the settlement of the U.S. West…

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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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David Paul Appell June 14, 2011 at 10:23pm

Question re ecotourism in Brazil. Want to help?
Ed Wetschler June 9, 2011 at 8:16pm

There's a good question about marketing an ecoresort on Tripatini's Ask A Travel Pro widget: http://www.tripatini.com/forum/topics/marketing-ecoresort-in-bahia
Lise Tyrrell June 8, 2011 at 8:23pm

If you're going to Dominica, I can also recommend Rosalie Forest and others, just ask.
SunSet Bay Club & SeaSide Dive. June 8, 2011 at 8:08pm

looking for the perfect eco-destination? Dominica is the spot. the ecologically friendly all Inclusive Dive resort Sunset Bay Club & SeaSide Dive Resort. the only All Inclusive resort on the island. Our little paradise is the ideal location for the perfect vacation
Lise Tyrrell June 8, 2011 at 6:57pm

You might also consider my directory of eco lodging here: Eco Tropical Resorts, I'm always looking for "eco" lodging.
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West Africa Discovery June 5, 2011 at 10:56pm

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Juha May 1, 2011 at 8:07am

Dear friends,

My name is Juha Paltila, owner of tour company in Brazil. Tripbrasil Turismo Tripbrasil is an exclusive Tour Operator that has the sensitivity to deal with people on an individual basis and the power to handle bigger sized tour groups. Sustainable tourism, Ecotours, Responsible travel.

We are located in Salvador, Bahia, and we operate all over Brasil. Our main partners are Tour Operators and Travel Agencies.

Im also partner of small ecotour company in Pantanal, where you could find best flora and fauna of Americas ! Private Jeep Safaris, Horseback riding, Trekking... Transpantaneira.com

Feel free to contact !

Juha juha@tripbrasil.com