AiTO Sustainable Tourism
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Sustainable tourism
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Smaller groups make fewer footprints...- Key to the Explore experience is to learn about, appreciate and respect local cultures, wildlife and the environment.
- By using locally owned operators, hotels and local guides, local communities can really benefit from our visit.
- Explore work with staff, suppliers, local crew and customers to follow its detailed RT policy.
- Explore support a variety of charitable projects worldwide to help people who may not be able to benefit from tourism.
- Along with the generous support of customers, over £28,000 was directed to areas affected by the tsunami.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | KE Adventure Travel
Changing Horizons with the Juniper Trust – Registered Charity: 1053356- KE supports one charity with global reach – The Juniper Trust. Together we identify sustainable projects world wide.
- KE staff, leaders and local agents are all required to abide by our Responsible Tourism policy.
- Projects are identified and approved on the basis that they are sustainable and driven by local communities.
- It's important to us that our clients are not the only beneficiaries of travel and that we share a two-way relationship.
- 2008 saw the completion of the Lingshed Area Hostel in Ladakh, India, home to over 40 children.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Nomadic Thoughts
”New Life Mexico”- Rehabilitating Abused Children
- Nomadic thoughts have been directly involved in setting up NLM
- Presently running the UK administration - with local field work back up
- Nomadic Thoughts are also proud to be one of the largest over seas sponsors
- www.newlifemexico.com
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Audley Travel
Audley’s aim is to preserve the sustainability of our destinations for future generations without compromising on the quality of our trips- Here at Audley we are committed to continually improving our responsible tourism practices
- Our clients can be assured we have done everything we can to maximise the positive impact of their trip
- Our Responsible Tourism Policy shows our commitment to using local suppliers and promoting community tourism projects
- The Audley Travellers Code ensures both our clients and local communities benefit from our trips
- Through our Charity Portfolio we work with a number of charities to protect regions or species and to promote key issues
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Journey Latin America
We exist because Latin America is beautiful. Help us to keep it that way.- We support the TICOS carbon offset scheme and small local development charities in Latin America.
- We offer environmentally conscious holidays including eco-retreats, community-run Amazon lodges and charity supporting
- Our Group Tours use local guides, character hotels and privately owned operators.
- We can arrange local family homestays and Spanish or Portuguese language schools throughout Central and South America.
- We are committed to raising the importance of Responsible Travel to our clients and local suppliers in Latin America.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Inntravel
Our holidays for independent travellers are, by their very nature, ''''responsible'''',:- Assisting regeneration in depopulated areas of Europe. Our walking routes often help to keep open ancient paths.
- Using local, family-run businesses. As our holidays are for individuals we can offer tiny hotels and guesthouses.
- Offering public transport options wherever practicable.
- Giving detailed notes to increase our customers'''' understanding of responsible tourism and of the area they are visiting.
- Supporting charities involved in protecting plant species and ecotourism.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | ATG Oxford
ATG Oxford was founded over 25 years ago on principles of sustainable tourism and conservation.- All ATG trips comprise walking or cycling, travel with the lowest environmental impact.
- ATG Oxford supports local communities by using small, family-run hotels & restaurants & shopping for our picnics locally
- ATG Oxford makes carbon-offset contributions for all flights booked through us & the emissions from all company vehicles
- The ATG Trust was set up to initiate and participate in projects which conserve or regenerate outstanding local features
- Recent ATG Trust projects: the restoration of frescoes in Umbria & the setting up of a candle-making workshop in Jordan
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Tribes Travel
Tribes, the Fair Trade Travel company, is a multi award-winning company offering high quality tailor made holidays which benefit local people, wildlife and the environment. Tribes aims to:- Offer a broad range of quality holidays with ethical principles, with excellent service and comprehensive information.
- Promote community initiatives, empowering local people to control their own destinies.
- Conserve biodiversity and cultural diversity through tourism.
- Help preserve the world's heritage, and maintain and encourage local skills and traditions through tourism.
- Ensure that nothing the company does at home or abroad compromises the environment and wildlife, or exploits the people.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Bushbaby Travel
Vredehoek Children's Home, Nazareth House in Cape Town- The Home cares for children unable to be looked after in the community
- Many children have additional problems to HIV such as Foetal Alcohol or Down's Syndromes
- The House also acts as an emergency home for abandoned children on a short term basis
- Bushbaby sponsors the salary of Debbie, the wonderful House Mother
- Bushbaby client's also make donations for items for the House
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Ski Beat - Catered chalet ski holidays in France
Engine Conversion Boat project- Reduced oil pollution of the Danube and imporved water quality.
- Less disturbance of wildlife and better enjoyment for visitors by greatly reduced (or nil) noise levels.
- More reliable transportation.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Dragoman
Responsible tourism with Dragoman Overland- Benefiting local communities by using local guides, accomodation, facilities, markets & suppliers
- RT guidelines on board every truck & training for crew on these everyday practicalities
- Long-term support for local communities with opportunity for hands on involvement eg. Kariandusi School Trust
- Seek out and support local community initiated projects
- Dragoman Overland are presently researching new long term projects throughout the world
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Mountain Kingdoms
Responsible Tourism- Working with Shiva charity to support Northpoint School in Kathmandu
- Continue Annual Himalayan Charities Appeal
- Ongoing support of Ginette Harrison Memorial Trust
- Ongoing support of IPPG
- Donations made to TICOS to carbon offset flights of staff and trek leaders
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Geodyssey
As in-depth specialists to our destinations, behaving responsibly towards our suppliers and hosts is at the very heart of what we do. - Our aim is to give our clients the very best experience whilst benefiting the local community.
- We are proud to be the first tour operator in the UK to form a partnership with The Rainforest Alliance.
- We support The Galapagos Conservation Trust, Bird Life International,The Neotropical Bird Club, and Veninos
- Our ideal scenario is to work with local hoteliers, guest house keepers, guides, drivers and others.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Safari Drive
Responsibility to respect other peoples way of life; every client is briefed on minimising their impact on local communties.- Prior to each trip every client is briefed on our safety affirmation in order to protect the flora, fauna and landscapes
- To respect local cultures is of great importance with traditions, religions and built heritage.
- We support 2 childrens and communitiy charities in Namibia, a honey project in Zambia & an educational program in Kenya
- Through promoting awareness we conserve natural resources both from the office and through to our destinations.
- We try to minimise pollution and have strict policies for our clients for follow during their trips.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Oasis Overland
Responsible Travel with Oasis Overland- We aim to maximise the benefits of travel to local communities by using local suppliers and guides
- We strive to minimise the potential negative impacts of tourism by respecting local customs, responsible waste disposal
- We support a number of projects eg in Zimbabwe we have funded a borehole at a Children''s Home
- We also use our vehicles and crew to take the children out on a series of day trips each year
- All our travellers are advised of our Responsible Travel policy before and during their travels with us
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Wild Frontiers
Wild Frontiers Foundation - In January 2009 Wild Frontiers set up a charitable foundation.
- Through the foundation we can channel funds the existing NGOs we support
- We can also provide funds for special projects of our own in the areas we visit
- Projects include education, sanitation, reforestations
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Sunvil Holidays
For Sunvil Holidays, Responsible Tourism means building close relationships with our destinations and working alongside our local agents and the host community to develop a sustainable and culturally sensitive tourism industry. Our initiatives include:- Using locally owned and operated suppliers wherever possible.
- Employing local people as representatives and guides wherever possible.
- Using locally owned and managed properties wherever possible.
- Supporting local charities and initiatives.
- Working with our suppliers to address the adverse social and environmental impacts of the tourism industry.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | High Places
High Places was founded on eco and ethical principles over twenty years ago, and has aims to benefit the peoples, wildlife and environment of the areas we travel to. We:- Place environmental sensitivity at the heart of all company actions
- Work with local guides, drivers and cooks and use locally owned accommodation wherever possible
- Work with our clients to try to ensure that a positive impact is made in the places we visit
- Limit group size to 12 to minimise environmental impact and enable better interaction with local people
- A proud member of Tourism Concern and supporter of the IPPG (International Porter Protection Group)
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Expert Africa
We strive to give our travellers real insights, expert advice and great holidays. We love Africa and nurture long-established partnerships there with small, locally-owned companies – whilst encouraging conservation, sustainable development and responsible tourism.- We try hard to minimise our programme’s negative impact on local environments, whilst maximising its benefits.
- We support and encourage environmentally sound management of accommodation and sensitive, sustainable activities.
- We have created, and maintain, long-term partnerships with smaller local companies.
- We promote conservation projects, especially those which have a compatible tourism dimension.
- We also donate money, time and expertise to charities, NGOs and good projects in Africa who need it.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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 | | Sunvil Traveller - real latin america
The main objective for Sunvil Traveller is to protect and enhance the natural and cultural environment of the destinations we feature, in order to ensure the sustainability of these destinations for future destinations. We support a number of local charities and projects including:- The LATA Foundation: A donation is made for every passenger travelling to Central or South America.
- The Galapagos Conservation Trust: A year''s membership is included with all holidays to the Galapagos Islands.
- Casa Alianza Organisation: A donation of £1 is made for every traveller visiting Latin America.
- Tiskita Foundation in Costa Rica: A donation of $10 per person is made for every traveller staying at the Tiskita Lodge.
- Corcovado Foundation: A donation of $10 per person is made for every traveller staying at the Corcovado Lodge.
> Visit responsible tourism page on our website |
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