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June 17, 2013September 18, 2017

Water: an issue for the tourism industry?

Carbon & Water, Development, Responsible Tourism

But by 2030 it is expected that the demand for water will exceed supply by 40% and that half the world’s population will be living in areas of high water ... Read more

June 10, 2013September 18, 2017

Trouble in paradise – local support matters

Development, Human Rights, Responsible Tourism

In recent months there have been several conflicts between tourism developments and local people, from Nepal and India to the Philippines to Can responsible tourism address these issues and forge ... Read more

June 3, 2013September 18, 2017

Aviation emissions not reducing fast enough

Blog, Carbon & Water, Responsible Tourism

Aviation emissions continue to rise despite increases in fuel efficiency. Will the new Dreamliner help move the industry towards greater sustainability?

May 28, 2013September 18, 2017

Tripadvisor’s Greenleader certification: Leadership… or Greenwash?

Blog, Certification, Responsible Tourism

What is the significance of Tripadvisor’s new Greenleaders scheme? Will it help move the industry towards responsibility or is it just another ecolabel to add confusion to an already overcrowded ... Read more

May 23, 2013September 18, 2017

SPOTLIGHT – Deaf tourism and Wesemann Travel

Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism Spotlight

Wesemann Travel’s unique approach to deaf tourism sees them market holidays to Deaf communities around the world to all people, whether they can hear or not

May 20, 2013September 18, 2017

Calasi app helps consumers address aviation emissions

Blog, Carbon & Water, Responsible Tourism

For consumers who are concerned about the impact of their flight’s environmental impact, a new app from Calasi makes it easy to choose the flight with the lowest aviation emissions

May 13, 2013September 18, 2017

WTTC 2013 awards reward RT sustainable development efforts

Carbon & Water, Development, Responsible Tourism

The 2013 winners of the World Tourism for Tomorrow awards are a reminder of the breadth of issues such tourism operators address

May 7, 2013September 18, 2017

Responsible Tourism at WTM Latin America

Blog, Certification, Responsible Tourism

WTM Latin America had its launch show in Sao Paulo in 2013. Responsible tourism was a key part of the agenda.

April 15, 2013September 18, 2017

Responsible Tourism issues are more than just environmental

Carbon & Water, Certification, Development, Responsible Tourism

World Responsible Tourism Day 2013 focus on more than just environmental issues – covering everything from child protection to certification

March 26, 2013September 18, 2017

Environmentally friendly ski trips in Finland

Carbon & Water, Responsible Tourism

The two environmentally friendly ski resorts of Ruka and Pyhä are some of the greenest ways to hit the snow not just in Finland, but the world

March 25, 2013September 18, 2017

Water consumption and tourism: how to respond

Carbon & Water, Responsible Tourism, Uncategorised

This year during the International Year of Water Co-operation WTM is addressing the issue of water consumption in the key debate on World Responsible Tourism Day.

March 18, 2013September 18, 2017

How can the travel trade tackle child abuse?

Human Rights, Responsible Tourism

How best can the travel industry tackle child abuse? Everyone has a responsibility to ensure the routes the industry creates are not being used for trafficking.

February 26, 2013September 18, 2017

Sustainable stories and tourism marketing

Development, Responsible Tourism, RT Marketing

Responsible tourism companies need to get their sustainable stories out there for market advantage and to build trust and brand loyalty.

February 11, 2013January 24, 2017

Business case for Responsible Tourism getting stronger

Blog, Responsible Tourism

There is increasing interest in source markets for Responsible Tourism products. Both travel professionals and consumers increasingly recognise its importance.

January 28, 2013September 18, 2017

Responsible tourism employment issues

Development, Human Rights, Responsible Tourism

Tourism employment issues are central to how the industry addresses its triple bottom line. Responsible businesses cannot offer sustainable experiences while treating staff badly

January 21, 2013June 22, 2017

Child Protection and tourism – a major challenge

Blog, Responsible Tourism

Child Protection remains a major issue for the travel industry. It has a responsibility to be extra vigilant and to take significant steps to tackle a crisis that it is ... Read more

December 10, 2012September 18, 2017

How responsible is cruise tourism?

Carbon & Water, Responsible Tourism

How responsible is the cruise tourism industry? How does it fare as regards Issues relating to sustainability and workers rights?