By George Scaria (Travelife Certified Sustainability Manager) Sustainability in tourism has been a major talking point at several industry platforms for the last few years. When it comes to the post Covid-19 new normal, sustainability will have a major role to play. The concept is based on the three Ps – People, Planet & Profit. But […]
Tag Archives: sustainable tourism
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Jun
Jun
While Sri Lanka gets worldwide attention drawn to its natural world, tourists flock to experience Sri Lanka’s jewels in the wild. Thus, it is imperative to develop a sustainable model to showcase Cinnamon’s stewardship towards environment and conservation. Cinnamon even bagged the title ‘Best Wildlife and Marine Tourism Service Provider’ at the PATA InSPIRE Awards […]
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Feb
Feb
As part of expanding its area of operation and to provide the benefits of sustainable tourism to the local people, Kerala’s Responsible Tourism Mission adds Poovar in Thiruvananthapuram District to its list of responsible tourism destinations. Poovar Panchayat President Ajith Kumar MS inaugurated the project at a function held at Geethu International Hotel at Poovar […]
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Feb
Feb
As part of diversifying the tourism products and to encourage sustainable tourism models, the Responsible Tourism Mission of Kerala is planning a number of innovative concepts in the tourism sector of the state. The objective of the programme is to recompense the loss in the tourism sector due to drop in the number of tourists […]
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Feb
Feb
Meghalaya government reiterates the importance of Responsible Tourism in the state on the increased tourist footfall in the state during last year. As per reports, inbound tourism has recorded 80 per cent growth in the tourism during the last 10 years – which is a thing to celebrate, at the same time arouse the thoughts […]
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Feb
Feb
In light of climate change, mass tourism and other factors impacting destinations around the world, Exo Travel has created a brand new and easy way for agents to choose and book responsible travel experiences and tours through a transparent rating system. You can now make an informed decision on your guests travels that will help […]
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Jan
Jan
Jammu and Kashmir’s Sericulture and Tourism departments are planning to introduce ‘Seri-Tourism’ as a joint venture to promote both the sectors for enhancing the livelihood opportunities, a senior government official has said. Under the first phase, model mulberry gardens of highly improved Japanese mulberry plants would be established at the Jammu Tawi Golf Course (JTGC), […]
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Jan
Jan
Tourism Minister Kadakampally Surendran has promised to consider the Kadamakudy tourism project in the next tourism working group meeting. He was talking to the media after visiting Pizhala, a part of Kadamakudy on Thursday, to review the proposed project. “Kadamakkudy has immense potential to attract tourists. The visitors from abroad like to experience the life […]
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Nov
Nov
As part of the State’s policy to boost sustainable tourism, Goa has introduced electric bikes (e-bikes) for tourists who visit Goa. The programme, first-of-its-kind in India, as claimed by the officials, were launched by the tourism minister Manohar Azgaonkar and Chairperson of the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) Dayanand Sopte on Friday, 16th November 2018. […]
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Nov
Nov
Global Himalayan Expedition was honoured in recognition of their commitment toward sustainable development of remote communities situated at an average altitude of 12,000 feet through impact tourism, providing access to clean energy, digital education and livelihood creation opportunities for over 30,500 people across 71 off-grid Himalayan villages to date.The award was accepted by Paras Loomba, Founder […]
Kerala, News, Top Three Stories
100 member Australian tourists team to visit Kerala to experience village life
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Sep
Sep
While Kerala’s tourism sector is gaining momentum after the recent floods, more tourists from around the world has been arriving to the state to experience the God’s own country. A group of 100 Australians will be arriving at Alappuzha on 26th September 2018. The group consist of the members and supporters of an international music […]
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ParyatanParv celebrations continue in full swing throughout the country
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Sep
Sep
The celebration of ParyatanParv from 16th to 27th September 2018, organized by the Ministry of Tourism has reached a high note with a series of activities and events being held across the country. The events with an aim to sensitize people about Sustainable Tourism, Swachhta, and to promote tourism were organized in collaboration with the […]
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Sep
Sep
Manipur Tourism has organized a seminar on Homestays & Sustainable Tourism as a part of ‘Paryatan Parv 2018’ celebrations, at Sangai Hall, Hotel Imphal. “The department is in the process of preparing guidelines of home stay for the state in line with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Tourism. We are also planning to provide […]
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Sep
Sep
The celebration of ParyatanParv (16th to 27th September 2018) organized by the Ministry of Tourism is in full swing with a series of activities and events being held across the country. The events with an aim to sensitize people about Sustainable Tourism, Swachatha (Cleanliness) and to promote tourism were organized in collaboration with the India […]
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Sep
Sep
Managing tourism sustainably from an economic, social, cultural and environmental perspective is very important for every country, says Kathleen Pessolano, US expert and Destination Program Director of Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). She was speaking at a programme at Puducherry, presenting the subject, ‘public-private partnerships for sustainable tourism’ on Thursday, 21st September 2018. The programme […]
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