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.

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An Africa tour operator which focuses on ethical tourism and voluntourism

  We used to have a desire to kick back on holiday, but now the desire to give back has moved to the forefront when it comes to booking that dream trip.  Proof that there’s more than one way to join in with the “feel good” factor, the “Travelling Eco-Book Depository” combines the traditional idea of recycling with the ethical mindset of today’s travellers – “reduce, reuse, recycle,” entering the travel sphere.  Simplistic it may be, but while most initiatives are generally tour operator led,…

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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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Keys to Airline Decarbonization: Biofuels

Epipelagic Commercial aviation (along with much of aviation in general) has for more than a decade now been committed to "green" development, with much of the sector now dedicated to reducing polluting emissions with a goal of net zero by 2050. To put this into perspective, this sector emits less than three percent of greenhouse gases into the Earth's atmosphere, whilst cattle raising is responsible for 19 percent; Internet servers more than two percent; and the information/communication…

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Responsible travel to the fore for Virgos in 'Using Astrology to Plan Travel this Holiday Season'

fshok.com Still vibrant and popular today, the five-thousand-year-old art of astrology can identify, say, business and romantic opportunities or challenges. And those celestial bodies slinking about the stars can also help pinpoint optimal times and places for travel. And since destinations have their own astro-charts -- which interact with yours -- astrology can even serve as a kind of spiritual travel agent. It can tell you, for example, about places likely to be harmonious or challenging…

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  • 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

  • YOU ARE WELCOME TO TRAVEL NEPAL TO SEE MT EVEREST.....OR ANNAPURNA AND MORE ...

    I'm offering you to this trip ...

    I have been guiding with tourism Nepal more than 15 years in Nepal as my hobby and profession in my life. Since few year back with the support of like minded friends we are socializing outdoor adventure in Nepal. AND our

    website is :


    http://www.himalayanmentor.com/

    info@himalayanmentor.com

    http://www.tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/trekking-in-nepal-himalaya


    Nepal visitors are welcome to contact for updated information....we are always love to hear from you and keen to share our expertise...

    Thanks//

  • One of the advantages of not being a Nepali is that you can enter the casinos. The laws of the land officially forbid a native from gambling. ... Read the full travelogue on Wanderink.com 

  • Wow, just discovered Tripatini a couple of days ago, very glad to see this group. Needs more love though, only 27 members?! This should be integrated as major component to any social media network for travel... not just a small ad in

  • Hello everybody, we're honoured to join this group, and we hope to be able to work with you in making Responsible Travel more and more a reality.

    We agree with the points you all made there regarding the definition of Responsible Travel. Like Thommen, we believe that the sustainable transformation it brings should be able to reach different aspects of the community, from the economy, culture and traditions, and environment, as well as politics, education, and others.

    --

    Daniel

    Muskoka Foundation 

    www.themuskokafoundation.org and Tweeter: @dogoodasyougo

    The Muskoka Foundation - Do Good as You Go: Travel and Volunteer to Do Good on your next Adventure
    Do Good as You Go is a growing movement of independent travelers volunteering their time, leveraging their skills and traveling responsibly throughou…
  • Fam trips to our Oasis Camp Lake Elementaita at USD 40 per person fullboard. www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html
  • Business Partnership

    We are a small intimate eco lodge located on the shores of Lake Elementaita Kenya which recently became a UNESCO world heritage site.
    Our Lodge is suited for families, birders and nature lovers.

    The sorrounding attractions/activities include.
    - Visit to the Great Rift Valley Lakes - Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, Bogoria and Lake Baringo
    -Early morning or Late evening dip at a hotsprings near the camp - a relaxing treat
    -Game viewing at Lake Nakuru national park
    -Visit to Kariandusi Prehistoric site discovered by Dr. Leakey
    -Visit to Menengai Crater and Hyrax Hill prehistoric sites.
    -Visit to Thompson Falls
    -Hiking on the Oasis Trail - A thrilling 3-4 hr hike/climb with great views
    -Biking Tours - Very nice biking trails around the camp - Please bring your bike
    -bird watching along the shores of Lake Elementaita and the acacia forest
    -Or you could just relax in the camp with a book or listen to the birds

    We are looking for partners who would be interested in booking their clients in our facility.
    For more info: bookings@oasis.co.ke

    9008244458?profile=original

    http://www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html

  • My blog Wanderink.com... deals with mostly rural travel, into hinterland India. There is a section at the end 'Wanderink recommends' - basically to stimulate discussion and to come up with pointers for three-pronged development of these areas: environment, economy, culture and traditions. I guess as enthusiasts of responsible travel, we owe that much.
  • I think that falls within my 2nd point, meaningful community participation.  For a full page definition go to my website: http://www.eco-tropicalresorts.com/what-is-ecotourism.htm.  I bring up the issue you just did, Paul...it's a good one.
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