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Resources to learn more …
The International Ecotourism Society
Travel Green Wisconsin
Boston Green Tourism
Coop America Business Network

Vineyards
in Napa.
More and more vineyards practice biodynamic farming principals
as part of their practices because they realize it improves the quality
of their wines while protecting the quality of their property. Learn more
- take a regional tour! Photo from CA Board of Tourism.
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Ecotourism and Ecotravel
The International Ecotourism Society defines ecotourism as "responsible
travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the
well-being of local people." This means that those who implement
and participate in ecotourism activities should follow the following principles:
• Minimize impact
• Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect
• Provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
• Provide direct financial benefits for conservation
• Provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
• Raise sensitivity to host countries' political, environmental,
and social climate
• Support international human rights and labor agreements
You can find more information about the principles
of ecotourism online.
Travel Philanthropy
Green Concierge Travel encourages its clients to participate in Travel Philanthropy. Travel Philanthropy is the practice of giving back to the destination. This can be through volunteer work and, or donations to an organization working to protect the local culture and environment. For each itinerary, Green Concierge Travel will make a recommendation to the client for travel philanthropy.
Green Globe Certification
Green Globe is the worldwide benchmarking and certification program for
the travel and tourism industry. Learn more about our program, credentials
and international network. You can find more about the
Green Globe program online.
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