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Prime eco opportunities on the Caribbean´s Tobago island
VisitTobago.gov.ttThe smaller of the two main islands which make up the country of Trinidad and Tobago lies 22 miles northeast of larger Trinidad (a 20-minute flight away, as well as with direct service to/from Barbados, the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany).It´s known for its unspoiled natural beauty; gorgeous beaches (such as Buccoo, pictured above); rich history (dating back to 1654); and vibrant culture.Prime ecotourism spots include Argyle Waterfall, Main Ridge Forest Reserve,…
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Welcome Mentawai Island of Indonesia...
http://www.mentawaisurftravel.com/?cat=4
Hi Tripatini members!
I am doing some research on traveler perceptions about Oman- why tourists may choose to go to the Sultanate (country), what types of tourism they associate with Oman and what some of the obstacles to Omani tourism development may be.
I have put together a very quick 8 question survey, ideally for people who have not yet been. It would be wonderful to get as many responses as possible, and I know tripatini is a network for global travelers, so please fill it out if you have a spare 5 minutes.
Here is the link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SH9NPDT
Thank you very much!
Tessa
Hi Ed, yes it is. Sorry to hear that the dates are bad for you. But spread the word!
Thanks, Ariane. I just went to the website; bad dates for me, which is too bad. This looks like a terrific event.
Any group members interested in learning and networking about global ecotourism in Monterrey at TIES yearly Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference ?
http://www.ecotourismconference.org/
As a new member of the TIES advisory board, I went to last years conference. I found it very worthwhile and the ESTC2012 is one of the few international events I have registered for.
Some great speakers, opportunities to see what Monterrey is doing sustainability wise. And it is always great to catch up with ecotourism friends from all around the world and meet new ones. For those who have businesses this is a great opportunity to showcase yourself to some top influencers.
Mexican President Felipe Calderon just announced the cancellation of a $2 billion tourist development in Baja California, bowing to opposition by environmentalists that said the plan was a threat to a nearby coral reef. (Reuters) This development would have included golf courses, a marina, and 15 hotels. How surprised are you that it was cancelled?
Anyone have any suggestions for a fellow Tripatini member about the best place in INDIA for game drives/safaris? If so, please respond not on this wall but rather at this link to our Ask A Travel Pro forum. Shukriya!
Botany tours – Spring Orchids Short Break, Eastern Rhodopes, Southern Bulgaria
Tour description: This is a 5 days tour with a focus on the outstanding Eastern Rhodopes flora, combined with hiking and local cuisine.
Best period: May
Tour type:Guided group tours – the guides are specialists in nature with good knowledge in English. The groups are usually small, up to 12 people.
Difficulty grade: Explorer – see the description of the grade
Level of comfort: General – see the description of the level
Day 1
Transfer from the Airport Sofia to the town of Kardzhali in the Eastern Rhodopi mountains. Accommodation at a family hotel at the Kardzhali lake shore.
Day 2
Exploring the surrounding nature areas for local endemits plants such as Verbascum Rupestre, Lathrea rhodopea, Carpinus Orientalis, Hypericum rumeliacum, galium velenovskyi, Potentilla regis-borissii, Haberlea Rhodopensis, Black pine (Pinus Nigra), Populus nigra, Salix alba, Alnus Glutinosa, Black maidenhair fern (Adiantum capillus-veneris), etc.
Days 3 and 4
Travel South-east to Ivaylovgrad area to visit nature areas where the vegetation consists of riverine Platanus orientalis forest, mixed oak forest, and pseudo-maquises. On this and the next day you will meet the Dactylorhiza romana, Platanus orientalis, Alnus glutinosa, Salix vitalba, Vitis sylvestris, Humulus lupulus, Phyllirea Latifolia, Asparagus acutifolius, Cistus incanus, Arbutus andrachne tree, Cephalanthera epipactoides, Ophrus cornuta, Ophrus mammosa, Ophrus apifera, Himantoglossum caprinum, Limodorum abortivum, Orchis papilionacea, etc. Also Salvia verbenaca and Polygala monspeliaca.
Day 5
Transfer back to Sofia Airport and departure.
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