Comments on: Ecotourism flourishes when local people are engaged with sustainability – Blue and Green Tomorrow

By: Francesca Baker

Francesca Baker — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 08:02:17 +0000

Looks like these guys are giving it a go? http://www.travelmole.com/news_feature.php?c=setreg&region=1&m_id=s~Y%21vnvm&w_id=9927&news_id=2011310

By: Taking to the Open Road

Taking to the Open Road — Sun, 27 Apr 2014 08:54:52 +0000

In reply to Francesca Baker.

That’s a difficult question, given the global nature of travel. I would argue that it’s up to us, the travellers themselves to set these standards – demand for ethical travel will drive the provision of better quality travel operators. I can’t see any other way being more effective.

By: Francesca Baker

Francesca Baker — Wed, 23 Apr 2014 09:55:51 +0000

In reply to Taking to the Open Road. This is so true. Who's job is it to provide those standards?

By: Francesca Baker

Francesca Baker — Wed, 23 Apr 2014 09:55:51 +0000

In reply to Taking to the Open Road. This is so true. Who's job is it to provide those standards?

By: Taking to the Open Road

Taking to the Open Road — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 07:22:40 +0000

Without a clear standard it’s hard for travellers to choose authentic green or ethical operators. I try to engage with the locals and ask about their practices, before determining which provider to go with, but sometimes it’s difficult as what may be unacceptable to a Westerner is very different to a local just wanting to earn a living.