Internship Programme, Responsible Tour Operator Perspective

Responsible tour operators seek to minimize negative economic, social and environmental impacts, create jobs for local people, preserve the local environment, culture and history, and respect local communities. They also provide authentic experiences for travelers, engage them in local issues, and are transparent about their …

From Local to World: Creating Tourism that Makes People Happy and Empowered

When sustainability and community empowerment become the latest era, Community Based Tourism (CBT) becomes on of the relevant models in the tourism industry. CBT is an approach that involves local communities in the planning and development of the tourism industry. “CBT puts local communities at …

Conservation: The Importance of Preserving Nature and Culture

Conservation is a term we hear often, especially in the context of environmental protection and cultural preservation. According to the United Nations Environment program (UNEP), conservation is the active management of natural resources and the environment to ensure their quality is maintained and used wisely. …