There is no doubt that most tourism industries worldwide have been hit hard by the side-effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The Philippines, one of Asia’s more popular destinations in previous years, is looking for ways to climb out of the Covid-19 crisis.
Working with National Parks Sustainably
Most nations have national parks - environmental zones protected from the usual effects of developmental change. Dedicated to animals, walkers and scientists they are usually strict non-commercial enclaves. But increasingly, parks departments are allowing ecotourism operators to help promote their values and valuables.
Climate Change and Ecotourism
Ecotourism operators 2020 are facing a double pinch – they need to please environmentally aware customers, yet they have to make sure their businesses are still capable of running effectively. This dilemma is especially stark for Asian Pacific operators who have extra challenges from both existing and potential climate change issues.
Agriculture: New Tourism Innovation
The Psychology of Disaster Recovery
It seems like 2020 has outdone itself in terms of disasters. Fire, flood, locust and plague have all hit hard across many parts of the world. Tourism, and especially ecotourism, have seen massive negative impacts as a result. Many operators are seemingly at their wits’ end trying to cope. A strategy is essential.
Tourism Recovery with Ecotourism Australia & WWF-Australia
COVID-19 Pandemic: Five Ways Towards Resilience in Tourism Business
As the going gets rough, this new article follows through from the first by Gaia Discovery on surviving COVID-19 through tourism resilience. Here, Mallika Naguran writes on ways the resort, hotel and tour operator sector can go from mere survival mode to reinvent and become creative in their businesses.
Ecotourism Australia Bushfire Recovery Position Statement
Palau Passes Law on Sunscreen to Save Corals
Gaia Discovery: Media Partner, Speaker & Moderator
Trail Pooh: Sustainable Plops
Holiday Romance – the Sustainable Lover
Many people go on holiday with a twinkle in their eye. Either for somebody they already love, or somebody they haven’t yet met, but definitely want to love. Either way, there’s an issue – sustainability. The eco-savvy traveller will be prepared for this and will have packed suitable accessories for almost any romantic occasion.