Tag: Ecotourism
Indigenous peoples’ rights recognised in a joint declaration by Asian ecotourism...
The Asian Ecotourism Network (AEN) and Taiwan Ecotourism Association (TEA) have signed a joint declaration outlining the judicious management of indigenous peoples while reaping...
More travellers seeking a break from beaches in Asia
Ecotourism and wildlife offerings are holding more sway among European travellers as they start to tire of the traditional beach holidays in Asia.
Diana Lozanova,...
Mekong River faces a damming issue
Serving as South-east Asia’s most iconic waterway, the Mekong River is the lifeblood
of the countries it flows through. However, fears are being raised that the
rampant construction of dams will take a toll on the environment
and tourism, writes Marissa Carruthers.
Interest in greener stays on the rise: Booking.com
More travellers are seeking out greener stays while showing a willingness to pay more to ensure they are travelling sustainably, according to recent findings...
Rewarding sustainable tourism efforts in ASEAN
Seventeen awardees were celebrated at the inaugural ASEAN Sustainable Tourism Awards (ASTA), which took place on the last day of the recently concluded ATF...
Glamp for good in Cambodia
The newly launched Cardamom Tented Camp – an initiative by Minor International, Yaana Ventures and Wildlife Alliance – is offering 3D2N and 4D3N eco-tourism...
Keeping the land fertile
Ecotourism has been a lifeline for northern Vietnam, a region known for its remarkable landscapes and cultures, but can it prevent over- commercialisation and...
