At TTG, we believe in encouraging high-quality debate and discussion to drive progress. After Thomas Cook last month announced it would stop selling captive cetacean attractions – those featuring dolphins, orcas or whales – our Big Question series continues in August with an assessment of travel’s progress on animal welfare, paying particular attention to captive animal attractions.
The Big Question: Should travel firms still be selling captive animal attractions?
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James Chapple
16 August 2023
Animal welfare has been an important and emotive focus for travel for many years – so is the tide turning against attractions showcasing animals outside their natural habitat? And can some still be justified?
Animal encounters are still a major tourism draw (Credit: iStock)
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