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International Ecotouring

Posted on Mar 30, 2008 by GLI Editors.

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International travel has long been considered a luxury. The pricey plane tickets, the time it takes to cross time zones and oceans, and the expense of transportation and accommodations all add up to an intimidating sum.
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Ecotravel and Green Vacations

Posted on Dec 18, 2007 by GLI Editors.

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Vacations consist of more than congested jet airliners and smog-filled cities. While tourism is often pointed to as a big contributor to global warming, it’s important to understand that travel wears many faces. There will always be a place for those who like to bake on the beach and lounge at the resort, but The International Ecotourism Society reports that nature tourism has been growing at a rate of more than 20 percent a year since the 1990’s. Nature travelers prefer to go beyond generic hotels and tired monuments and venture deep into the countryside or the forest. Several environmental groups go so far as to offer their own “green trips”. Trip fees go toward habitat protection, and volunteer-travelers are invited to participate in research and conservation activities.

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Ecotourism and Adventure Travel

Posted on Dec 18, 2007 by GLI Editors.

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Are you an avid adventure-seeker with an international travel bug? Maybe you’d love to fly to foreign, exotic places or set sail on a cruise ship to maximize your vacation’s relaxation potential? Maybe you’d like to travel while you help the world become a better place.
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Eco Tourism Africa: A Real Adventure!

Posted on Oct 22, 2007 by GLI Editors.

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Eco tourism is big business in Africa and there are many tourism companies claiming to promote it. Although some companies are greenwashed, there are many that are legitimately working to promote environmental responsibility.

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Eco Tourism Belize: A Beautiful Natural World to Explore

Posted on Oct 22, 2007 by GLI Editors.

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Belize has a wonderfully unique, yet fragile ecosystem that natives are anxious to preserve. With the recent boost in tourism to this country, Belize has established BETA, or the Belize Eco Tourism Association, with a code of conduct designed to reduce the impact of visitors on the environment.

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