Lesson 2: Emergence Of Eco Tourism Flashcards
What are the 3 eco-tourism?
- Sustainable
- Real
- Engaging
A way of exploring natural areas while respecting and conserving the environment and the socio-cultural identity of local communities
Sustainable
A form of tourism with low impact on the environment and high social benefit, giving travelers the chance to connect closely with local cultures.
Real
Immersive experiences that increase awareness and inspire commitment to conservation
- while contributing to local economies
Engaging
What are the years of ecotourism and their brief history
- 1960s-1970s: Environmental Awareness
- 1980s-1990s: Community-based tourism
- 2000s-2010s: Mainstream Appeal
Public concern over environmental issues led to the formation of eco-groups that advocated for a more sustainable way of living
1960s-1970s: Environmental Awareness
Eco-tourism began as a grassroots movement that involved local communities in organizing and guiding visitors, generating income and promoting conservation.
1980s-1990s: Community-based Tourism
Eco-tourism evolved as big tourism corporations adopted its principles and integrated them into their standard practices. Eco-certifications and volunteer programs became standard.
2000s-2010s: Mainstream Appeal
What are the 3 economic benefits of eco-tourism?
- Local Income
- Employment
- Diversify Economy
receive revenue from eco-tourists through entrance fees, taxes, services and merchandise sales.
Local Income
Eco-tourism can help regions to diversify their economy, reducing
dependence on resource extraction
Diversifying Economy
Eco-tourism creates direct and indirect jobs, from guides and park rangers to hotel staff and suppliers
Employment
What are the 3 environmental impact and management
- Sustainable practices
- Wildlife Conservation
- Carbon Neutrality
Designing circuits and activities that
- minimize impact on local ecosystems, adopting renewable energies, and reducing waste creation
Sustainable Practices
Protecting endangered species and preserving their habitats
- through awareness campaigns, research, and regulation.
Wildlife Conservation
Offsetting carbon emissions generated by transportation and accommodation by engaging in reforestation and other mitigation practices, or buying carbon credits.
Carbon Neutrality
What are the 3 popular destinations for eco-tourism?
- The Amazon Rainforest
- Costa Rica
- Galapagos Islands
The world’s largest rainforest, home to many indigenous peoples and species, full of mysteries and challenges for ecotourists of all ages.
The Amazon Rainforest
What are the 3 popular destinations for eco-tourism?
- The Amazon Rainforest
- Costa Rica
- Galapagos Islands
A small country known for its innovative eco-tourism policies, has preserved over 25% of its territory into national parks and protected areas. Great for wildlife watching.
Costa Rica
A unique archipelago of volcanic islands, famous for its endemic species like giant tortoises, iguanas, and Darwin’s finches.
Galapagos Islands
What are the 3 challenges and criticisms of eco-tourism
- Greenwashing
- Overcrowding
- Unregulated Operators
Some companies claim to be eco-friendly but do not follow eco-tourism principles in practice, diluting the true meaning of the term.
Greenwashing
Popular destinations may become saturated by tourists, resulting in increased waste, noise, and
intrusion on sensitive environments.
Overcrowding
In some countries, eco- tourism is not properly regulated or certified, allowing unprofessional or unethical operators to offer low-quality services that may harm local communities or ecosystems.
Unregulated Operators
What are the 3 future of eco-tourism?
- Sustainable Transport
- Robot-led Tours
- Virtual Reality Expiditions
Innovation in electric and hydrogen technology, autonomous shuttles, and hybrids
- are expected to reduce transportation’s carbon footprint significantly.
Sustainable Transport
can offer interactive, immersive, and controlled experiences, while reducing visitors’ impact on sensitive sites and facilitating knowledge transfer.
Robot-led Tours
provides a low-carbon alternative to traditional travel, allowing explorers to visit remote and delicate areas without causing any harm
- while preserving the authenticity of the experience.
Virtual Reality Expiditions
provides a low-carbon alternative to traditional travel, allowing explorers to visit remote and delicate areas without causing any harm
- while preserving the authenticity of the experience.
Virtual Reality Expiditons
Properties that adopt sustainable practices to conserve water and energy, reduce waste, and use eco-friendly products and materials.
Green Hotels
Sustainable features offer significant cost savings, enhance guests’ experience and exposure, and improve employee satisfaction and retention.
Benefits for Hotels
Staying in eco-friendly hotels allows guests to show their support for sustainable travel
and experience a more authentic and enriching trip.
Benefits for Guests
3 Eco-friendly practices in hotel management
- Renewable Energy
- Water Conservation
- Waste Reduction
Using solar panels, wind turbines, or geothermal heat pumps to generate clean energy and reduce carbon emissions.
Renewable Energy
Installing low-flow toilets and showers, reusing greywater for landscaping, using efficient laundry practices, and investing in water saving technology.
Water Conservation
Implementing recycling, composting, and food donation programs, minimizing packaging, and using reusable items instead of disposable.
Waste Reduction
3 Certifications programs and initiatives for eco-hotels
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
- Green Key Global
- Earthcheck
The most widely recognized green building certification program with strict standards for water efficiency, energy performance, materials, and indoor air quality.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
A rating and certification program that focuses on environmental and social responsibility and sustainability in the hospitality industry.
Green Key Global
A program that helps hotels and resorts to monitor and reduce their environmental impact, implement best practices, and support sustainable tourism.
Earthcheck
What are the other 3 best practices in Ecotourism?
- Sustainable Transportation
- Local Sourcing
- Wildlife Conservation
Encourage guests to use public transportation or offer bike rentals, walking tours, or electric vehicles to explore the area.
Sustainable Transportation
Source food, supplies, and services from local businesses and farms to support the community and reduce transportation costs and carbon emissions.
Local Soucing
Support conservation efforts and reduce the impact of tourism on local wildlife by offering educational programs, supporting research, and respecting natural habitats.
Wildlife Conservation
What are the 3 benefits of Implementing Ecotourism Practices
- Environmental Benefits
- Social Benefits
- Financial Benefits
Reduces carbon emissions, conserves natural resources, and minimizes waste and pollution.
Environmental Benefits
Supports local communities, promotes cultural awareness, and encourages responsible tourism.
Social Benefits
Reduces operating costs, attracts eco-conscious guests, and enhances brand value and reputation.
Financial Benefits
Choose environmentally friendly hotels, support local tours and businesses, reduce waste, and respect the natural and cultural resources of your destination.
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committed to a greener future.
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