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  1. 🌱 Travel can support local communities without changing what makes a place special.

    From local producers to independent businesses and community-based stays, discover simple ways to contribute to the local economy while respecting each destination’s character.

    👉 Read more:
    ecobnb.com/blog/2026/10/how-su

    #SustainableTravel #ResponsibleTourism #LocalEconomy

  2. 🌍 What does our travel support?

    On September 27, World Tourism Day becomes an opportunity to reflect on tourism, human rights and corporate responsibility.

    🎙️ Ethical Tourism: Travelling Without Financing Genocide & Apartheid
    📅 September 27
    🕒 2 PM
    💻 Online – in English

    ecobnb.com/blog/2026/09/world-

    #WorldTourismDay #EthicalTourism #HumanRights #ResponsibleTourism #Ecobnb

  3. 🌿 From cozy tiny houses surrounded by nature to eco-hotels powered by renewable energy, Germany offers inspiring ways to travel more sustainably.

    Discover a selection of eco-friendly accommodations that combine comfort, authenticity, and respect for the environment. 🌍✨

    Which green getaway would you love to stay in? 💚

    ecobnb.com/blog/2026/06/eco-fr

    #Ecobnb #Germany #SustainableTravel #EcoTravel #GreenTravel #EcoFriendly #SlowTravel #ResponsibleTourism #TravelInspiration

  4. Travel is a choice.

    Ecobnb is a small, worker-owned travel platform helping people find places that respect nature and local communities.

    We don't have the size or resources of the biggest travel companies, but we believe travel can support peace, people, and the planet.

    Planning a trip to Europe? Travel with purpose. 💚 => ecobnb.com/

    #TravelForGood #Ecobnb #SustainableTravel #ResponsibleTourism #Peace #RegenerativeTravel #Regeneration #Travel

  5. 6-drink rule launched in Spain holiday hotspots loved by Brits | Travel News | Travel

    Spanish holidaymakers risk falling foul of the six-drink rule this summer (Image: Getty) Spanish holidaymakers risk falling foul…
    #Spain #ES #Europe #Europa #EU #6-drinkrulelaunchedinSpainholidayhotspotslovedbyBrits #Alcohol #anti-socialbehaviourcrackdown #BalearicIslands #Ibiza #Majorca #ResponsibleTourism #six-drinkrule #Tourism
    europesays.com/spain/16110/

  6. Berlin rewards responsible visitors instead of imposing tourist taxes and fines
    traveltomorrow.com/berlin-rewa
    Berlin is the latest destination to announce the introduction of a rewards scheme for responsible behaviour, offering perks from local partners to …
    #travel #berlin #rewards #responsibletourism

  7. You can also read more in my story on #Uthando, that was a finalist for the Best Tourism Story for Positive Change in TMAC's 2024 Awards: roamancing.com/2024/11/heart-o

    #Roamancing #ResponsibleTourism #FairTrade

  8. On my adventures with Uthando South Africa in 2024, I was invited to tag along for a day as a French Canadian crew filmed an episode of Partir Autrement entre Amis. I was rather in love with the stories they were exploring on #EcoFriendly & #ResponsibleTourism initiatives. The episode just dropped this week, and shows off the work that Uthando, Ulwazi Educare & SEED are doing beautifully, sharing the love that is #Uthando.

    Tune in to watch here: tv5unis.ca/videos/partir-autre

    #SocialGood #FairTrade

  9. Sustainable tourism goes beyond sorting recycling at the hotel. 🌱 It’s about traveling thoughtfully—support local communities, respect cultural heritage, and protect the environment in every step. Think of the difference between being a guest and just a customer. Ready to make travel more meaningful? Discover practical tips for responsible travel in this guide! 🌿✈️ #SustainableTravel #ResponsibleTourism #EcoTravel

    economadtravel.com/sustainable

  10. Greece Paves the Way for Responsible Tourism with New Strategy Emphasizing Cultural Depth, Sustainable Practices and Equitable Regional Growth

    Home » Greece » Greece Paves the Way for Responsible Tourism with New Strategy Emphasizing Cultural Depth, Sustainable…
    #Greece #GR #Europe #Europa #EU #greece #responsibletourism #sustainabletravel #tourismnews #Ελλάδα #νεα
    europesays.com/2597801/

  11. europesays.com/2597801/ Greece Paves the Way for Responsible Tourism with New Strategy Emphasizing Cultural Depth, Sustainable Practices and Equitable Regional Growth #greece #ResponsibleTourism #SustainableTravel #TourismNews #Ελλάδα #νεα

  12. We are delighted to announce that PRO-Coast Romanian partner, TotalPR — the lead on the case study focused on the Corbu area — has successfully completed a unique project dedicated to preserving and showcasing the region’s rich biodiversity.
    #VeciniiDeLaCorbu #societalchange @ακόλουθοι #SustainableCoastlines #transforamationalchange #BiodiversityProtection #Ecotourism #EnvironmentalAwareness PRO-Coast #Romania #Conservation #ResponsibleTourism #MarineEcosystems #ProtectOurPlanet #NatureHeritage

  13. Opinion: I miss the “innocent Moab” of pre-mass tourism

    Impressive Fisher Towers located east of Moab off of UT 128 – photo by author

    I visited Moab, Utah for the first time in 22 years over the past weekend.  I might as well have been on a different planet from the wonderful western town I fell in love with back in 2003. While certain aspects of the “then innocent Moab” of two decades ago still exist, particularly in the neighborhoods and near downtown, much of the rest of the main drag (U.S. 191 corridor) has been infected by mass tourism.

    Source: bay.com

    Some of the quaint classic motels and motor courts still remain — the Apache Motel being the most famous. Otherwise, multitudes of chain hotels populate the area. Despite some efforts towards unique designs, many of them have the blandness of a suburban office park. Bleh.

    A new hotel that looks more like an office building and whose appearance hardly evokes images of the southwest, the American west, or the red rock landscapes of Moab. Enhancing local building, zoning, and design standards could be an helpful option for the community to consider.

    Some primary streets have become a dodgem course filled with Mad Max-like off-road vehicles that appear to be able to could conquer Mars with little or no effort. To equip the multitudes of adventure seekers descending on Moab, there are lots filled with rentable off-road vehicles posing like motorized bodybuilders demonstrating their toughness and rugged physiques.

    Elsewhere there are outfitters for biking, hiking, rafting, repelling, rock-climbing, and a plethora of other outdoor activities. One can hardly escape the busloads of folks being transported to/from “adventure nirvana.” In general, I have no problem with these activities as long as their size, scale, and scope does not negatively intrude or impact local residents nor detract from the Moab experience for other (less adventurous) tourists who are also trying to enjoy their vacation.

    “And that’s the rub — mass tourism takes enjoyment away from locals who are going about their daily lives, usually in the form of noise, pollution, congestion, prices, and other sins, largely for the benefit of those visiting for the community for fleeting moments.”

    Source: panethos.wordpress.com

    I knew Arches National Park had become so popular that one has to reserve their visit in advance for peak times. Thankfully, the park is as gloriously beautiful and impressive as it was back in 2003. In addition, the reservation process only applies from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m, which is fine by me, as most of that is hottest part of the day. Let the elite reservation holders melt in the midday furnace 🥵, while we sane travelers attend at times that are milder 😌 and considerably less busy.

    Turret Arch (which resembles the shape of Africa) in Arches N.P. – photo by author

    Why do Americans have such a need to over love the things we find attractive? Why can’t we just enjoy things in a respectful manner? Is that too much to ask? Joni Mitchell lamented that humans “pave paradise and put up a parking lot.” She was spot on!

    Some tourist towns have figured out how to preserve their sense of “place.” Sadly, they are too often the exception rather than the rule.

    Meanwhile, Moab is working very hard to maintain its truly unique appeal and identity. Unfortunately, this lovely small city is up against some very powerful forces: money💲, power 💪, and influence, whether it be emanating from corporate offices, Salt Lake City, or Washington, D.C.

    Those of us travelers who adore the experience of a place as much as the trip itself can help Moab maintain its identity in both overt and covert ways.

    • Spend your money at places that are locally owned or operated. The might take a little prior research, but is often worth the effort.
    • Learn ahead of time what businesses are good community and environmental stewards and frequent them while dissing the others.
    • Recommend those same places to friends and family who may be visiting Moab.
    • Try not to patronize chains, especially those that do not appear to be making a sincere attempt to enhance Moab and the surrounding area.
    • Leave no trace behind on your adventure – that includes staying on designated trails when required, not climbing on geological wonders without a permit or permission, always tossing trash into receptacles or packing it out with you, and above all…never leave plastic baggies filled with Fluffy’s poop by the side of the trail!

    THERE IS NO POOP FAIRY, PEOPLE!

    Source: bernco.gov
    • Donate to local nonprofits or to the National Park Service while you are in the Moab area and/or send a donation upon returning home. Heaven knows in today’s political environment these organizations can use all the help we can afford to provide them.

    Hopefully, with a little thought and effort, especially ahead of time, responsible tourists can make a positive impact that helps curtail the sins of mass tourism. The principles of responsible tourism include the following:

    • Benefits local communities directly
    • Promotes positive change in tourism practices
    • Reduces environmental impact
    • Creates meaningful travel experiences
    • Supports local economic growth
    • Protects natural and cultural resources

    All six of these principles are excellent steps for each of us to take for helping communities like Moab address the negative impacts from mass tourism.

    Peace!

    #advocacy #ArchesNationalPark #massTourism #Moab #opinion #responsibleTourism #tourism #travel #Utah

  14. Yes, you can still visit Barcelona. Here’s how to do it more responsibly.

    Groups across Europe are calling for a day of anti-tourism protests in June, foreshadowing another summer of unrest.

    For many locals, this isn’t about banning tourists. It’s about finding a sustainable balance

    mediafaro.org/article/20250505

    #Barcelona #Travel #Tourism #Overtourism #ResponsibleTourism #Spain

  15. @ascentale @PamelaSchure @bikenite #BikeNite #BikeNite25April2025 #A7 This reminds: We enjoyed meeting Bike Tennessee folks at Sea Otter Classic. Seems they’ve come up with a great tourism initiative for their state, biketn.com.

    Here in Monterey County, California helping visitors who bike was one of our first projects, beginning in 2009, hence remains an alternate URL — tipsfortourists.com — aka bikemonterey.org. Helping tourists/visitors is mentioned in this 10th anniversary post. bikemonterey.org/may-1-10th-an

    In our Bicycle Maps section bikemonterey.org/tips-for-tour, we include links not only to Monterey County’s bilingual (Spanish-English) bike map bikemonterey.org/bicycle-map-f, but also to some other California bike maps. For more, we encourage checking with other California Bicycle Coalition aka #CalBike Local Partners: calbike.org/about_us/who_we_ar

    #BikeTooter #BicycleTouring #EcoTourism #ResponsibleTourism #BikeTouring

  16. 🏔️ I recently traveled with a locally-run tour in the Sacred Valley, and it changed the way I see travel.
    They weren’t just guides — they were guardians of tradition.
    Here’s how #AndeanPeruDiscover redefines what a tour should feel like: 🌱

    Source: andeanperudiscover.com/

    #SlowTravel #Andes #ResponsibleTourism #TravelStories

  17. Recent reports from the Skellig Islands reveal concerning incidents involving staff from the Office of Public Works (OPW). Issues such as exhausted kayakers arriving at the pier, an unusual smell of cannabis in the monastery, and a nearby boat sinking have raised questions about safety and regulation in this beautiful but remote area.... Read more: steelefamlaw.com/eL0AYq #SkelligSafety #TourismManagement #KayakingSafety #ResponsibleTourism

  18. @NationalGeographic @travel-NationalGeographic what are you guys, a travel agency? You do know that emissions of the tourism sector grow twice as fast as the economy? #stopflying #responsibletourism

  19. As we told these visitors from #Sausalito we met on the City of #Monterey section of the #MontereyBay Sanctuary Scenic Trail network this eve, people who bike are our favorite visitors. And we dig it even more that they are members of our #CalBike partner San Francisco Bike Coalition.

    #EcoTravel #EcoTourism #ResponsibleTourism #MontereyCounty #BikeCalifornia #BikeMonterey #CaliforniaBicycleCoalition #SFBike #SanFranciscoBikeCoalition #BikeCoalition #BikeTooter #cycling #biking

  20. Our favorite sort of visitors are people who (if able) bike, walk, skate, scoot, or use public transportation. We met two such #Monterey County visitors on 10 Feb 2024: this couple from #Fresno who'd rented #bicycles to enjoy #cycling along the #PacificGrove shoreline and elsewhere. They were grooving on the sunshine after all the recent rains!

    #BikeTooter #MontereyCounty #MontereyBay #BikeLove #ResponsibleTourism #ecotourism #CarbonEmissions #TrafficCongestion #tourism #EcoTravel #VisitMontereyCounty #BikeDate

  21. Encouraging responsible and sustainable tourism is central to our mission for Tuatha.

    This week, to coincide with #HeritageWeek2023, we have launched our guide to enjoying Ireland's incredible monuments and landscapes while protecting them for future generations.

    Find out more at the link below:

    tuatha.ie/responsible-and-sust

    #leavenotrace #responsibletourism #protectourpast #sustainabletourism #irishhistoryandheritage #irisharchaeology #archaeology #explorewithtuatha

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