Responsible tourism

'Why we must all work to tackle modern slavery in travel and tourism'

More than 40 million people are believed to have been victims of modern slavery in 2016, with many of them trafficked or involved in forced labour

Monty Halls: Agents 'can't ignore responsible trend'

Agents should not ignore the recent surge in interest in responsible tourism, according to broadcaster and marine biologist Monty Halls

Thai beach made famous by DiCaprio flick to close indefinitely

The four-month closure of Maya Bay on Ko Phi Phi Leh island has been extended indefinitely to allow the bay’s wildlife and beach ecosystems to recover

Why Virgin Atlantic is turning to sustainable fuels

TTG visited LanzaTech in Georgia, US, to find out how a potentially revolutionary sustainable fuel, used for the first time on a commercial flight this week, is made

How responsible are turtle hatcheries?

Responsible Travel is shining a light on the ethics of turtle hatcheries after conducting an investigation. Abra Dunsby speaks to Vicki Brown to hear why the firm is taking a stand.

African Responsible Tourism Award winner sets an example

Wilderness Safaris scooped the African Responsible Tourism Awards’ main prize at WTM Africa for steps taken to reduce bottled water usage

Waging war on plastics

Helping to protect the world’s oceans is a key part of G Adventures’ responsible tourism strategy, including a reduction in the use of plastic in its operations

Brazilian tourism takes collective responsibility

A new collective of Brazilian travel companies hopes to raise the profile of the country’s responsible tourism products. Muda, “change” in Portuguese, already has six members and is being supported by the Brazilian tourist board (Embratur)

G Adventures: Setting responsible travel standards

G Adventures has helped push sustainable tourism to the top of the world travel agenda. WTM Insights speaks to founder Bruce Poon Tip about how the company did it

Taking a responsible stance on overtourism

As overtourism continues to hit the headlines, Justin Francis, chief executive and founder of online travel company Responsible Travel, explains how agents can help combat the problem

How Wilderness Scotland creates immersive yet responsible adventures

Wilderness Scotland’s responsible tours merge remote locations with adventurous activities. Abra Dunsby speaks to the company’s head of marketing Ben Thorburn

Dominica - the 'first climate change-resilient nation'

Princess adds Fathom sailings

Princess Cruises has added extra sailings offering passengers the opportunity to aid local communities in hurricane-affected areas of the Caribbean

Good Business: Inkaterra's sustainable tourism model

Inkaterra has been flying the flag for sustainable tourism in Peru for more than 40 years. Abra Dunsby finds out what makes the hotel brand tick

Comment: Encouraging growth, without the damage

This month saw the global travel and tourism industry coming together again at World Travel Market London to sign business deals and discuss the key topics affecting the sector

Travel Foundation – a force for good

This year’s World Routes official charity partner is helping to grow the value of tourism in destinations while minimising its negative impact

On the right track: Tren Ecuador on responsible train travel

Tren Ecuador combines luxury train travel with unique and enriching cultural experiences for clients, while also providing a much-needed boost to the local economy. Abra Dunsby speaks to general manager Ana Garcia Pando to find out more

On Our Radar: Celebrating responsible growth in Nicaragua

The Nicaragua Tourist Board recently scooped an award for sustainable and responsible tourism. Abigail Healy discovers its carefully-considered plans for growth

Great Barrier Reef is ‘still amazing’

Tourism and Events Queensland’s chief executive has described the Great Barrier Reef as “still an amazing place to visit”, despite concerns around the second consecutive year of bleaching

World Responsible Tourism Awards finalists announced

Responsible Travel has announced the 13 finalists of the 2016 World Responsible Tourism Awards, before the overall winner is announced at WTM London in November

Responsible Travel unveils award list

Travel organisations operating in 30 different countries have been included on the longlist for the 2016 World Responsible Tourism Awards

How the Rainforest Alliance is helping responsible tourism in Latin America

If you like your Costa Coffee, your Innocent Smoothies and your PG Tips, you will be familiar with the green frog logo of the Rainforest Alliance. Products bearing the seal originate on, or contain ingredients sourced from, Rainforest Alliance-certified farms or forests.

But did you know that as well as working with the forestry and agriculture industries, the Rainforest Alliance also works with tourism businesses?

Is your travel business a responsible one?

Tourism businesses, organisations and initiatives around the world are being encouraged to enter this year’s World Responsible Tourism Awards at WTM London

Tourism industry must do more to stop child exploitation

Experts on child exploitation gathered to discuss how the issue is intrinsically linked to tourism and what needs to be done to halt it