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The Responsible
How to find, book and get the most from your holiday
Anna Spenceley & Andrew Rylance
April 2016
TOURIST
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“Twenty years from now you
will be more disappointed by
the things you didn’t do than by
the ones you did do. So throw
off the bowlines, sail away from
the safe harbor. Catch the trade
winds in your sails.
Explore. Dream. Discover.”
Mark Twain
Acknowledgements: The information provided in this book is up to date to the best of the authors’ knowledge at
the time of going to press. The advice provided is intended as guidance and it is responsibility of the traveller to
thoroughly investigate their potential options before their trip. The authors are not responsible for services offered
by a company highlighted here. Many thanks to Prof. Steve McCool and Dr Susan Snyman of the IUCN World
Commission of Protected Areas (WCPA) Tourism and Protected Areas Specialist Group (TAPAS Group), Randy
Durband of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, and the United Nations World Tourism Organization, for their
valuable comments on a early version of this book. Also thanks to Mary-Anne van der Byl for the design and
typesetting of the book.
Declaration: No fee has been charged to any organization to be included in this book and no preferential treatment
is provided to those selected. We have chosen the organisations, which in our experience have a strong reputation
in the industry for being responsible.
This book is an initiative contributing to the 10YFP Sustainable Tourism Programme.
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Andrew and Anna are a husband and wife team, living
on the coast in South Africa, and operate their own
sustainable tourism research and consultancy business:
Spenceley Tourism and Development (STAND). They
specialise in providing technical advice on sustainable
tourism and conservation globally. They travel
extensively, with their young daughter, Emma in tow, for
work aiming to promote responsible tourism businesses
that support income-generating opportunities for local
communities and promote good conservation practice.
STAND is a partner institution of the 10YFP Sustainable
Tourism Program.
Dr Anna Spenceley is a tourism consultant who has
20 years experience sustainable tourism. She is a
renowned international expert in sustainable and
responsible tourism, with an extensive publication
record, rich diversity of project experience, an extensive
international network of associates with whom she
collaborates. Dr Spenceley focuses on nature-based
tourism, community-based tourism, value and supply
chains, certification and standards, public-private
partnerships, triple bottom line assessments (i.e.
economic, social and environmental), small enterprise
development and poverty reduction. Anna is Chair
of the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas
(WCPA) Tourism and Protected Areas Specialist Group
(TAPAS Group), a member of the Global Sustainable
Tourism Council’s Destination Working Group, and
leads the Capacity Building portfolio of the Southern
African Development Community’s (SADC) Sustainable
Tourism Forum. Anna a also sits on the editorial boards
of the Journal of Sustainable Tourism and Koedoe.
Anna is an accredited trainer for the Global Sustainable
Tourism Council. Her profile is included in Who’s Who
in the World.
Andrew Rylance is an economic development specialist
focusing on tourism in rural areas and natural resource
economics. Based in South Africa, he has 10 years of
experience working in Africa and Europe. Andrew is a
specialist in private sector development with a focus
on business development, cultural tourism, public
private partnerships, investment promotion, tourism,
conservation, business development, value and
supply chains, economic valuations of conservation
areas and corporate sustainability reporting. He has
worked throughout Africa for organisations such as the
United Nations, World Bank, European Union, German
International Cooperation (GIZ) and SNV. He is a research
fellow of the University of Johannesburg and holds a
Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Environmental
Economics from the University of London, a Masters
Degree in Development Studies from the University
of KwaZulu-Natal and a Bachelors Degree (Honours)
in Economics and Politics from the University of
York. He is currently a Senior Project Advisor with the
United Nations Development Programme supporting
sustainable financing of protected areas in Mozambique.
Previously, he was a technical expert for GIZ on local
economic development in South Africa and Rwanda. He
is also a member of the IUCN WCPA TAPAS Group.
If you would like to contact Andrew and Anna below
are their contact email addresses:
Anna: annaspenceley@gmail.com
Andrew: rylanceandrew@gmail.com
About the authors
Contents
Why travel responsibly?................................................................4
What is a Responsible Tourist?.....................................................5
Do things a bit differently:.............................................................6
What makes a responsible holiday?..............................................6
PART ONE ....................................................................................7
	 Things to do before you travel..................................................7
	 Deciding where to go................................................................8
	 Booking a hotel or tour using an online booking platform........9
	 Booking directly with a hotel...................................................10
	 Finding international award winners.......................................11
	 Top tips...................................................................................12
PART TWO ..................................................................................13
	 On your holiday.......................................................................13
	 Get involved in local projects..................................................14
	 Top Tips for Divers..................................................................15
	 Top Tips for Hikers..................................................................15
PART THREE...............................................................................16
	 When you get home................................................................16
PART FOUR.................................................................................18
	 Final thoughts.........................................................................18
DIRECTORY................................................................................19
Organisation’s logos have hyper links inserted for easy access
to websites. There is also a directory at the end of this booklet
with all organisations and their website URLS.
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Travelling responsibly can provide a richer holiday
experience. It means that you’re not just passing by,
but are actively contributing to the places you visit,
and the people who live there.
The purpose of this book is to give you the tools to
make an informed decision about your holiday. It is
designed to help you plan your trip, what to look out
for, how and where to check feedback to make sure you
are going to enjoy it, how to get the most out of your
holiday and how and where to give others feedback on
your experience.
We have spent many years conducting research
on responsible tourism, trying to understand how
to promote travel experiences that add value to
destinations: by helping to protect nature and heritage,
whilst creating opportunities for local communities.
We have gathered many insights during this time, and
now want to share them with you - the tourist – the
responsible traveller.
You may not know whether you are a responsible
traveller or not. That’s OK, because hopefully there
might be a few ideas that will help change that. We
aim to help you create travel experiences that you will
never forget and will be able to tell to others for years.
At least, we hope it will – try reading this and then
decide for yourself.
Why travel responsibly?
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The term responsible tourism is used in a lot of forms
from ‘eco-tourism’ to ‘sustainable tourism’ and ‘conscious
tourism’. They all have their specific nuances, but in
essence, responsible tourism:
•	 minimizes negative impacts on the economy,
environment and society;
•	 generates economic benefits for local people and
enhances the well-being of host communities, improves
working conditions and access to the industry;
•	 involves local people in decisions that affect their
lives and life changes;
•	 makes positive contributions to the conservation
of natural, social and cultural heritage, to the
maintenance of the world’s diversity;
•	 provides more enjoyable experiences for tourists
through more meaningful connections with local
people, and a greater understanding of local cultural,
social and environmental issues;
•	 provides access for people with disabilities and the
disadvantaged; and
•	 is culturally sensitive, engenders respect between
tourists and hosts, and builds local pride and
confidence.
Put simply, by travelling responsibly, host communities and
destinations will benefit from the money you spend there –
and you will have a more meaningful travel experience than
a standard holiday.
Essentially, you are responsible for how and where you
spend your money; that you don’t damage the place you
visit; and that you have respectful interactions with local
people and their customs.
People living and working in the places you visit are
responsible for providing a great experience and making
you feel welcome.
What is a Responsible Tourist?
Beware of ‘Green Washing’
An eco-resort is not ‘eco’ just because it
is in a forest. Actually cutting down trees
to make room for cabins is not very ‘eco’
at all!
There are some quick and easy ways to
check whether your holiday destination
really is ‘eco’ rather than just pretending
to be. You can easily check if they are fully
committed and behaving ‘responsibly’
before you spend your money there, by
using this guide.
What does your perfect
holiday destination look like?
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You will be glad to know that being a responsible
tourist is not actually very difficult.
In fact, you probably do a number of ‘responsible’
things anyway. For example, ordering the local fish to
eat, rather than just the type you usually eat at home,
might just be an opportunity to try something new and
tasty... and it may also have a lower carbon footprint,
because local food will have travelled less to reach
your plate. Local food is more likely to be fresh, rather
than having been kept in the freezer (using electricity)
for long periods of time. The fish may have been caught
by someone local, who benefits from you buying it.
Being responsible simply means being a conscious
traveller. Sometimes you are on holiday to avoid
making tough decisions... but this is not supposed to
be a chore. It often includes simple, sensible actions:
Do things a bit differently:
What makes a responsible holiday?
By simply selecting and enjoying a holiday responsibly
you are actually contributing to a bigger overall change.
Just think about the economics of it... the future supply
of tourism products and services responds to current
demands of travellers like you. So tourism businesses
adapt depending on the requests of their customers.
If more travellers choose the local and sustainably
harvested fish, the restaurants will buy more from local
fishermen, and need fewer imported ones. Similarly, if
you choose a holiday that is certified as ‘sustainable’
or ‘responsible,’ other businesses will want to be
followed in order to get more customers - and to be
recognized for their good practices.
So, as you see, you have a lot of influence within your
two-week vacation!
•	 Buying locally made craft that does not have a “Made in Vietnam” sticker (unless, of course you are
visiting Vietnam!)
•	 Spreading your money around by using a number of different locally run shops and restaurants. Try not
to spend all your money at one business.
•	 Turning off lights and air conditioning when you are not in your room.
•	 Re-using your towel rather than getting it replaced after every wash.
•	 Disposing of your waste in an appropriate way – and not leaving it for someone to pick up, or an animal
to eat.
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Things to do before you travel
Planning a trip that will be environmentally friendly, and that benefits the local
destination, can be done very easily. You may want sun, sea and sand – or a wildlife
tour – a city break – or a cultural experience in a remote location.
So whether you’re heading to Norway, New York, or Nepal – you can make travel
decisions that help make the destination better. Once you have decided where you
want to go visit, then you’ll start to look for places to stay, and for things to do there.
Here are 3 easy steps to finding that perfect holiday.
Deciding where to go. Booking a hotel or tour using
an online booking platform,
organised by an agent that
list a range of sustainable
holidays, tour companies,
and places to stay
Booking directly with a hotel
that promotes its sustainable
credentials.
PART ONE
Travel is a social contract, a mutually
beneficial relationship based on respect.
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Deciding where to go
When looking for a place to visit, you may
want to look for places that have worked
to promote good practices in the area as
a whole. These four websites provide a list
of sustainable destinations that have either
received a certification or an award for best
practice.
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) hosts a
list and map of travel destinations that have undertaken
an assessment to understand their good practices,
vulnerabilities, and priority areas for improvement
towards sustainability, using the GSTC Criteria for
Destinations.
Green Destinations ® compiles a list of the top
100 sustainable destinations, using open calls on
social media and a selection process guided by 30
international sustainable tourism experts. It is an
initiative of TravelMole.com, VISION on Sustainable
Tourism, Totem Tourism and Green Destinations.
BookDifferent have a Green Destinations Rating
program that has assessed around 1000 destinations
against 40 indicators aligned with the GSTC Criteria for
Destinations. They say that they, “…focus on making
travelling more sustainable and socially responsible..”
The National Geographic World Legacy Awards have a
“Destination Leadership” award. You can search their
site for winners each year. The link above takes you to
all of the 2015 winners.
Criteria Systems
Each of these websites will have their own
specific criteria systems, so there may be
variations in results.
We do not favour any particular one of
these. They all have good search engines
and are relatively well trusted by the
industry.
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Booking a hotel or
tour using an online
booking platform
More and more online booking platforms
are promoting sustainable holidays.
Some link you with travel agents and
tour operators who will give you travel
information, organize your trip, and
make your bookings. Most of them
also advertise responsible hotels and
tour companies that you can book with
directly, if you prefer.
BookDifferent say that they, “started this ‘different’ hotel
booking website where you can easily find green hotels
and support a charity every time you book.”
Go Barefoot is, “...driven by a social and environmental
ethos working in partnership with NGOs, co-operatives
and social enterprises to provide more immersive cultural
discoveries and enriching ecotourism adventures, away
from the conventional and commercial tourist circuits.”
Responsibletravel.com say, “Our idea is really quite
simple: treat local people and places well, and they’ll
often offer you experiences and insights into their ways
of life that you wouldn’t otherwise get.”
Travelife lists “...partner tour operators that are
committed to providing holidays with more sustainable
hotels, increasing your choice of accommodations that
protect and respect their local environment, the people
who work for them and the local communities where they
operate.”
World Hotel Link’s mission is to offer “...a unique
online booking service to both travellers and travel
service providers by marrying the best of what can be
done locally...with best practices in global marketing,
technology and information systems that are appropriate
for use in all countries.”
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If you want to book directly with the accommodation or tour company,
but company, you’ll first want to know if they can independently verify
their sustainability claims. There are 100s of certification schemes
and numerous awards programs across the world (which can be a bit
confusing). Here are some suggestions to get you started.
Finding certified enterprises
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is an international
body for establishing and managing standards for sustainable tourism.
The GSTC recognizes, approves and accredits sustainable tourism
certification bodies that meet or surpass the GSTC Criteria. The GSTC
also lists hotels that have been certified under GSTC approved or
recognized standards.
Currently there are 23 certification
bodies internationally that are
approved or recognized by the
GSTC (see below). One way of
finding your responsible hotel is to
visit their websites, and browse the
hotels and tour operators they have
certified.
Booking directly with a hotel
(Austrian Ecolable
for Tourism)
(Great Green Deal)
(Certification for
Sustainable Tourism
(CST) for hotels)
(Sistema de Distincion en
Toruismo Sustentable)
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You can also look for places to stay that have
won international awards for their responsible
practices. Some of the most prestigious
international awards are listed below.
National Geographic’s World Legacy Awards “honor
the companies, organizations, and destinations that
are driving the positive transformation of the tourism
industry, showcasing leaders and visionaries in
sustainable tourism best practices, and sharing their
stories with millions of today's travelers”
The UNWTO Annual Awards celebrate UNWTO
Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the
tourism sector, recognizing exceptional leaders
in the categories including Enterprises and Non-
governmental Organizations. The contribution of the
awardees is in line with UNWTO´s policies, priorities
and programme of work, including the UNWTO Global
Code of Ethics for Tourism.
The World Responsible Tourism Awards state that they,
“want to celebrate the shining stars of responsible
tourism - the individuals, organisations and destinations
working innovatively with local cultures, communities
and biodiversity.”
The World Travel and Tourism Council’s Tourism for
Tomorrow Awards, “...focus on five key categories
that have been carefully selected to exemplify how
Travel & Tourism can create significant economic,
environmental, social and cultural benefits on local
people and places.”
Finding international
award winners
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for preparing to travel
There are a number of things you can do before you travel to
make your trip as responsible as possible, and which don’t
require a huge amount of effort:
Learn a few words in the local
language
Making an effort to speak the local language
allows you to interact with the people who
know the site best, and also shows respect.
People really do appreciate your efforts.
Simple words like “Hello,” “Please,” and
“Thank you,” can go a long way. If you make
an attempt, local people will appreciate your
efforts and are more likely to reciprocate.
Explore transport options
Remember that traveling affects the
environment. Wherever possible, try to
minimize your pollution and impact on
the environment by looking to alternative
transportation (e.g. walking, bicycle, horse,
sailing boat), or by visiting places close to
home that can be reached by train or coach.
Where you do need a plane or other motorized
transport, consider compensating for your
carbon dioxide (CO2
) emissions.
Pack light and for a purpose.It is tempting to pack everything you thinkyou might need, but remember to be smartabout your necessities. Packaging like theplastic wrapping of your new toothbrush usesup space in your bag and can create excesswaste for the destination to deal with. ‘Packfor a Purpose’ also provides guidance onhow to pack supplies needed by communityprojects, in your holiday destination
Find out as much as possible.
The more you know about a place you’re
visiting before arriving, the more that it will
come alive during your trip. Look into the site’s
history, culture, natural environment, customs,
stories, advisory notices using books, the
internet, and experiences of other travellers
(e.g. TripAdvisor).
TOP TIPS
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PART TWO
So you have decided where you want to go, and
booked your trip and have checked that the facilities
meet with your principles. Well done!
This action has already contributed to the demand
for responsible tourism globally, which will encourage
more businesses to offer and operators to sell
sustainable products and experiences. You are all
ready to go!
Here are some suggestions on making your travel
experience better:
• Water is precious in every holiday destination
so use it carefully. Don’t leave taps running, take
showers rather than baths and re-use your towels.
• Save energy and cut CO2
by switching off lights,
fans and air conditioning when you are out of your
room. Make sure your appliances are fully turned off
and don’t leave any chargers plugged in when not
in use - this will also protect against damage from
power surges.
• Don’t buy souvenirs made from shells, turtle shell,
coral, or any other wildlife - you’ll be contributing
to their exploitation and some of it will be illegal to
bring home. Think carefully before buying hardwood
souvenirs, and whether you can be sure that are
from sustainably harvested forests, and not from
protected or endangered species.
• Never go near or feed wildlife you encounter on
your trip. It may not be safe for you, or the animal.
• Think before you throw. No-one wants to see your
old plastic bags, bottles and cigarette butts hanging
around for the next 50 years! Take your rubbish to a
bin or back to your hotel (or home) with you.
• In natural areas, stay on marked trails, to avoid
damaging plants or wildlife.
• Be gentle with sales people. It is easy to feel
pestered by over enthusiastic sales people,
especially if you’re not in the mood for shopping.
Decline politely, or with a sense of humour. Please
don’t be rude - everyone’s trying to make a living
after all!
• Get out and explore beyond your hotel! Support the
local economy by sampling regional dishes at locally
owned restaurants, buying locally produced food
and drinks and buying souvenirs that are genuinely
made in the area.
• Respect local customs such as covering up away
from the beach and especially in towns, shops and
religious places. You’ll find you get stared at a lot
less and treated more respectfully by locals.
• Relax - you’re on holiday! Don’t get annoyed if
service isn’t quite as efficient as at home. It’s all part
of the experience.
On your holiday
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Make holidays greener is a campaign from the Travel Foundation and
Travelife to raise awareness about the importance of cleaner beaches and
how to reduce plastic waste.
PADI’s Project Aware coordinates a Dive against Debris events, to collect
waste during dives, and feedback information on what is found. They also
have a Dive into Action program, where you can make your dive count for
conservation. Check out the maps and events on their site.
Responsibletravel.com lists volunteering holidays that provide ethical and
worthwhile placement options. You might book these before you leave home,
but if you arrive somewhere and want to contribute, there are many options
listed on their site.
Pack for a Purpose is an initiative that helps you find your accommodation
or tour operator, and a project that it supports. You can choose supplies
you want to take from a list requested, and drop the supplies off with the
company. The company then delivers them to the project.
Get involved in local projects
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•	 Choose a certified dive operation with a good
local reputation
•	 Do not distrupt the seabed – it will disturb small
animals and you will see less
•	 Avoid handling, standing on, or knocking coral
by controlling your bouyancy
•	 Actively encourage responsible behaviour of
other divers
•	 Don’t chase the fish – you won’t catch them, and
you’ll use up all your air resulting in a shorter dive
•	 Protect underwater life by supporting marine
protected areas and community managed areas
•	 Take photos responsibly without harassing
wildlife for a better picture, or by blinding them
with your flash. Leave the ocean they way you
found it: No collecting!
•	 Take action – report irresponsible behavior by
other divers or operators
•	 Do not buy corals, shells, fish teeth from shops,
it only encourages further harvesting
•	 If you had a great time and dived with a
responsible operation encourage others to use
the same company. Use your own social media,
	 or comment on the company’s.
Top Tips for Divers
•	 Walk on designated roads and trails, and walk
in single file, to avoid widening trails
•	 Pay attention to signs, and respect barriers and
fences. Leave gates as you find them
•	 Avoid walking on sensitve areas, like meadows,
lakeshores, wetlands or streams
•	 Please don’t disturb historical, archaeological,
paleontological or other cultural sites
•	 Pack your rubbish out with you – and pick up
litter left by others
•	 Avoid walking near seasonal nesting or
breeding areas for birds and other wildlife. Also
avoid disturbing livestock.
•	 Use toilets where they are provided, or bury
your waste in a hole 15-20 cm deep, and at least
60 m from water, camps or trails
•	 Before you hike, wash your shoes and other gear
to avoid spreading invasive species
•	 Swim and wash only in designated areas, to
avoid contaminating sensitive waterways
Tread lightly! promotes responsible recreation through
stewardship, communication and education. from shops, it
only encourages further harvesting. They aim to protect and
enhance recreational access and opportunities, by promoting
outdoor ethics to heighten people’s sense of stewardship.
Top Tips for Hikers
Adapted from TreadLightly!
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PART THREE
When you get home
•	 Distribute your responsible travel tips.
In addition to telling family and friends
about the wonderful memories you made,
also consider sharing tips on how they
too can positively impact the World while
having an amazing journey.
•	 Share your photos. Photos can say a
thousand words. Use your social media
or blog
•	 Explore more. Traveling is just the start of
learning. Once you return home continue
exploring and being involved with the
issues or region that captured your
attention. Build upon your knowledge
and also learn about another fascinating
place.
•	 Give back. Traveling often opens your
eyes and heart to something new. You
can continue to preserve our inspirational
destinations for generations to come by
making a donation to a local charity.
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Planning your next trip
The worst feeling about a great holiday is getting home, unpacking, and realizing that you have to go back to
work. But that doesn’t mean you can’t start planning your next trip!
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Two important factors are influencing how we travel. Firstly, we
are becoming increasingly aware of how our over-consumption is
impacting on the environment. Secondly, the working environment
is becoming even more demanding. Working hours increase
and pressures to perform intensifies. We are becoming more
conscious of how precious our leisure time is as well as the need
to extract the greatest value from our holidays whilst minimising
our environmental impact.
If your holiday time is your one big opportunity for the year to
relax, unwind, see the world, experience something new then it
deserves your time and attention to get it right.
•	 See something new, break from the norm, explore, live
•	 Develop a connection with a destination and its people
•	 Learn through conversations with others and observations
•	 Show your children, family and friends the wonder of the natural
and cultural world and why its important to respect it
Most importantly, take a deep breathe, relax and simply be. By
choosing a responsible holiday you have spent your leisure time
making a long-term positive contribution to the world.
PART FOUR
Final thoughts...
the way we travel is changing
“We wander for
distraction, but we
travel for fulfillment”
Hilaire Belloc
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Organisation	 Website url
DIRECTORY
Austrian Ecolable for Tourism www.umweltzeichen.at
Biosphere Responsible Tourism www.biospheretourism.com
BookDifferent www.bookdifferent.com
Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST) for hotels www.turismo-sostenible.co.cr/en
Earthcheck www.earthcheck.org
Eco-certification Malta www.mta.com.mt/eco-certification
EcoTourism Australia -Ecotourism standard www.ecotourism.org.au
EcoTourism Ireland www.ecotourismireland.ie
European Ecotourism Network www.ecotourism-network.eu/en-about-us/en-ecolnet
Fair Trade Tourism www.fairtrade.travel
Global Ecosphere Retreats www.thelongrun.com
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) http://www.gstcouncil.org
Go Barefoot http://gobarefoot.travel
GREAT Green Deal www.sellosverdes.com
Green Destinations http://greendestinations.info/top100
Green Globe http://greenglobe.com
Green Growth 2050 www.greengrowth2050.travel
Green Key Global http://greenkeyglobal.com/about
Green Star Hotel www.greenstarhotel.org
Hoteles Verdes http://www.hotelesmasverdes.com.ar
Japan Ecolodge Association www.japan-ecolodge.org
National Geographic World Legacy Awards www.nationalgeographic.com/worldlegacyawards
Rainforest Alliance www.rainforest-alliance.org
Responsibletravel.com www.responsibletravel.com
Sistema de Distincion en Toruismo Sustentable
(SERNATUR)
http://www.sernatur.cl/turismo-sustentable/distincion-
en-sustentabilidad-turistica
Sustainable Tourism Eco-certification program (STEP) http://sustainabletravel.org
10YFP Sustainable Tourism Programme http://sdt.unwto.org/sustainable-tourism-10yfp
www.unep.org/10yfp/tourism
TOFTigers PUG Eco-rating certification www.toftigers.org
TourCert www.tourcert.org
Travelife http://www.travelife.org
UNWTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism http://know.unwto.org/content/unwto-awards-
excellence-and-innovation-tourism
World Hotel Link http://www.whl.travel
World Travel and Tourism Council - Tourism for
Tomorrow Awards
http://www.wttc.org/tourism-for-tomorrow-awards
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The Responsible Tourist

  • 1. The Responsible How to find, book and get the most from your holiday Anna Spenceley & Andrew Rylance April 2016 TOURIST 1
  • 2. “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” Mark Twain Acknowledgements: The information provided in this book is up to date to the best of the authors’ knowledge at the time of going to press. The advice provided is intended as guidance and it is responsibility of the traveller to thoroughly investigate their potential options before their trip. The authors are not responsible for services offered by a company highlighted here. Many thanks to Prof. Steve McCool and Dr Susan Snyman of the IUCN World Commission of Protected Areas (WCPA) Tourism and Protected Areas Specialist Group (TAPAS Group), Randy Durband of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, and the United Nations World Tourism Organization, for their valuable comments on a early version of this book. Also thanks to Mary-Anne van der Byl for the design and typesetting of the book. Declaration: No fee has been charged to any organization to be included in this book and no preferential treatment is provided to those selected. We have chosen the organisations, which in our experience have a strong reputation in the industry for being responsible. This book is an initiative contributing to the 10YFP Sustainable Tourism Programme. TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 2
  • 3. Andrew and Anna are a husband and wife team, living on the coast in South Africa, and operate their own sustainable tourism research and consultancy business: Spenceley Tourism and Development (STAND). They specialise in providing technical advice on sustainable tourism and conservation globally. They travel extensively, with their young daughter, Emma in tow, for work aiming to promote responsible tourism businesses that support income-generating opportunities for local communities and promote good conservation practice. STAND is a partner institution of the 10YFP Sustainable Tourism Program. Dr Anna Spenceley is a tourism consultant who has 20 years experience sustainable tourism. She is a renowned international expert in sustainable and responsible tourism, with an extensive publication record, rich diversity of project experience, an extensive international network of associates with whom she collaborates. Dr Spenceley focuses on nature-based tourism, community-based tourism, value and supply chains, certification and standards, public-private partnerships, triple bottom line assessments (i.e. economic, social and environmental), small enterprise development and poverty reduction. Anna is Chair of the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) Tourism and Protected Areas Specialist Group (TAPAS Group), a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s Destination Working Group, and leads the Capacity Building portfolio of the Southern African Development Community’s (SADC) Sustainable Tourism Forum. Anna a also sits on the editorial boards of the Journal of Sustainable Tourism and Koedoe. Anna is an accredited trainer for the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Her profile is included in Who’s Who in the World. Andrew Rylance is an economic development specialist focusing on tourism in rural areas and natural resource economics. Based in South Africa, he has 10 years of experience working in Africa and Europe. Andrew is a specialist in private sector development with a focus on business development, cultural tourism, public private partnerships, investment promotion, tourism, conservation, business development, value and supply chains, economic valuations of conservation areas and corporate sustainability reporting. He has worked throughout Africa for organisations such as the United Nations, World Bank, European Union, German International Cooperation (GIZ) and SNV. He is a research fellow of the University of Johannesburg and holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Environmental Economics from the University of London, a Masters Degree in Development Studies from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a Bachelors Degree (Honours) in Economics and Politics from the University of York. He is currently a Senior Project Advisor with the United Nations Development Programme supporting sustainable financing of protected areas in Mozambique. Previously, he was a technical expert for GIZ on local economic development in South Africa and Rwanda. He is also a member of the IUCN WCPA TAPAS Group. If you would like to contact Andrew and Anna below are their contact email addresses: Anna: annaspenceley@gmail.com Andrew: rylanceandrew@gmail.com About the authors Contents Why travel responsibly?................................................................4 What is a Responsible Tourist?.....................................................5 Do things a bit differently:.............................................................6 What makes a responsible holiday?..............................................6 PART ONE ....................................................................................7 Things to do before you travel..................................................7 Deciding where to go................................................................8 Booking a hotel or tour using an online booking platform........9 Booking directly with a hotel...................................................10 Finding international award winners.......................................11 Top tips...................................................................................12 PART TWO ..................................................................................13 On your holiday.......................................................................13 Get involved in local projects..................................................14 Top Tips for Divers..................................................................15 Top Tips for Hikers..................................................................15 PART THREE...............................................................................16 When you get home................................................................16 PART FOUR.................................................................................18 Final thoughts.........................................................................18 DIRECTORY................................................................................19 Organisation’s logos have hyper links inserted for easy access to websites. There is also a directory at the end of this booklet with all organisations and their website URLS. 3
  • 4. Travelling responsibly can provide a richer holiday experience. It means that you’re not just passing by, but are actively contributing to the places you visit, and the people who live there. The purpose of this book is to give you the tools to make an informed decision about your holiday. It is designed to help you plan your trip, what to look out for, how and where to check feedback to make sure you are going to enjoy it, how to get the most out of your holiday and how and where to give others feedback on your experience. We have spent many years conducting research on responsible tourism, trying to understand how to promote travel experiences that add value to destinations: by helping to protect nature and heritage, whilst creating opportunities for local communities. We have gathered many insights during this time, and now want to share them with you - the tourist – the responsible traveller. You may not know whether you are a responsible traveller or not. That’s OK, because hopefully there might be a few ideas that will help change that. We aim to help you create travel experiences that you will never forget and will be able to tell to others for years. At least, we hope it will – try reading this and then decide for yourself. Why travel responsibly? TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 4
  • 5. The term responsible tourism is used in a lot of forms from ‘eco-tourism’ to ‘sustainable tourism’ and ‘conscious tourism’. They all have their specific nuances, but in essence, responsible tourism: • minimizes negative impacts on the economy, environment and society; • generates economic benefits for local people and enhances the well-being of host communities, improves working conditions and access to the industry; • involves local people in decisions that affect their lives and life changes; • makes positive contributions to the conservation of natural, social and cultural heritage, to the maintenance of the world’s diversity; • provides more enjoyable experiences for tourists through more meaningful connections with local people, and a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues; • provides access for people with disabilities and the disadvantaged; and • is culturally sensitive, engenders respect between tourists and hosts, and builds local pride and confidence. Put simply, by travelling responsibly, host communities and destinations will benefit from the money you spend there – and you will have a more meaningful travel experience than a standard holiday. Essentially, you are responsible for how and where you spend your money; that you don’t damage the place you visit; and that you have respectful interactions with local people and their customs. People living and working in the places you visit are responsible for providing a great experience and making you feel welcome. What is a Responsible Tourist? Beware of ‘Green Washing’ An eco-resort is not ‘eco’ just because it is in a forest. Actually cutting down trees to make room for cabins is not very ‘eco’ at all! There are some quick and easy ways to check whether your holiday destination really is ‘eco’ rather than just pretending to be. You can easily check if they are fully committed and behaving ‘responsibly’ before you spend your money there, by using this guide. What does your perfect holiday destination look like? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 5
  • 6. You will be glad to know that being a responsible tourist is not actually very difficult. In fact, you probably do a number of ‘responsible’ things anyway. For example, ordering the local fish to eat, rather than just the type you usually eat at home, might just be an opportunity to try something new and tasty... and it may also have a lower carbon footprint, because local food will have travelled less to reach your plate. Local food is more likely to be fresh, rather than having been kept in the freezer (using electricity) for long periods of time. The fish may have been caught by someone local, who benefits from you buying it. Being responsible simply means being a conscious traveller. Sometimes you are on holiday to avoid making tough decisions... but this is not supposed to be a chore. It often includes simple, sensible actions: Do things a bit differently: What makes a responsible holiday? By simply selecting and enjoying a holiday responsibly you are actually contributing to a bigger overall change. Just think about the economics of it... the future supply of tourism products and services responds to current demands of travellers like you. So tourism businesses adapt depending on the requests of their customers. If more travellers choose the local and sustainably harvested fish, the restaurants will buy more from local fishermen, and need fewer imported ones. Similarly, if you choose a holiday that is certified as ‘sustainable’ or ‘responsible,’ other businesses will want to be followed in order to get more customers - and to be recognized for their good practices. So, as you see, you have a lot of influence within your two-week vacation! • Buying locally made craft that does not have a “Made in Vietnam” sticker (unless, of course you are visiting Vietnam!) • Spreading your money around by using a number of different locally run shops and restaurants. Try not to spend all your money at one business. • Turning off lights and air conditioning when you are not in your room. • Re-using your towel rather than getting it replaced after every wash. • Disposing of your waste in an appropriate way – and not leaving it for someone to pick up, or an animal to eat. TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 6
  • 7. Things to do before you travel Planning a trip that will be environmentally friendly, and that benefits the local destination, can be done very easily. You may want sun, sea and sand – or a wildlife tour – a city break – or a cultural experience in a remote location. So whether you’re heading to Norway, New York, or Nepal – you can make travel decisions that help make the destination better. Once you have decided where you want to go visit, then you’ll start to look for places to stay, and for things to do there. Here are 3 easy steps to finding that perfect holiday. Deciding where to go. Booking a hotel or tour using an online booking platform, organised by an agent that list a range of sustainable holidays, tour companies, and places to stay Booking directly with a hotel that promotes its sustainable credentials. PART ONE Travel is a social contract, a mutually beneficial relationship based on respect. 1 2 3 7
  • 8. Deciding where to go When looking for a place to visit, you may want to look for places that have worked to promote good practices in the area as a whole. These four websites provide a list of sustainable destinations that have either received a certification or an award for best practice. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) hosts a list and map of travel destinations that have undertaken an assessment to understand their good practices, vulnerabilities, and priority areas for improvement towards sustainability, using the GSTC Criteria for Destinations. Green Destinations ® compiles a list of the top 100 sustainable destinations, using open calls on social media and a selection process guided by 30 international sustainable tourism experts. It is an initiative of TravelMole.com, VISION on Sustainable Tourism, Totem Tourism and Green Destinations. BookDifferent have a Green Destinations Rating program that has assessed around 1000 destinations against 40 indicators aligned with the GSTC Criteria for Destinations. They say that they, “…focus on making travelling more sustainable and socially responsible..” The National Geographic World Legacy Awards have a “Destination Leadership” award. You can search their site for winners each year. The link above takes you to all of the 2015 winners. Criteria Systems Each of these websites will have their own specific criteria systems, so there may be variations in results. We do not favour any particular one of these. They all have good search engines and are relatively well trusted by the industry. 1 TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 8
  • 9. Booking a hotel or tour using an online booking platform More and more online booking platforms are promoting sustainable holidays. Some link you with travel agents and tour operators who will give you travel information, organize your trip, and make your bookings. Most of them also advertise responsible hotels and tour companies that you can book with directly, if you prefer. BookDifferent say that they, “started this ‘different’ hotel booking website where you can easily find green hotels and support a charity every time you book.” Go Barefoot is, “...driven by a social and environmental ethos working in partnership with NGOs, co-operatives and social enterprises to provide more immersive cultural discoveries and enriching ecotourism adventures, away from the conventional and commercial tourist circuits.” Responsibletravel.com say, “Our idea is really quite simple: treat local people and places well, and they’ll often offer you experiences and insights into their ways of life that you wouldn’t otherwise get.” Travelife lists “...partner tour operators that are committed to providing holidays with more sustainable hotels, increasing your choice of accommodations that protect and respect their local environment, the people who work for them and the local communities where they operate.” World Hotel Link’s mission is to offer “...a unique online booking service to both travellers and travel service providers by marrying the best of what can be done locally...with best practices in global marketing, technology and information systems that are appropriate for use in all countries.” 2 9
  • 10. If you want to book directly with the accommodation or tour company, but company, you’ll first want to know if they can independently verify their sustainability claims. There are 100s of certification schemes and numerous awards programs across the world (which can be a bit confusing). Here are some suggestions to get you started. Finding certified enterprises The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is an international body for establishing and managing standards for sustainable tourism. The GSTC recognizes, approves and accredits sustainable tourism certification bodies that meet or surpass the GSTC Criteria. The GSTC also lists hotels that have been certified under GSTC approved or recognized standards. Currently there are 23 certification bodies internationally that are approved or recognized by the GSTC (see below). One way of finding your responsible hotel is to visit their websites, and browse the hotels and tour operators they have certified. Booking directly with a hotel (Austrian Ecolable for Tourism) (Great Green Deal) (Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST) for hotels) (Sistema de Distincion en Toruismo Sustentable) 3 TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 10
  • 11. You can also look for places to stay that have won international awards for their responsible practices. Some of the most prestigious international awards are listed below. National Geographic’s World Legacy Awards “honor the companies, organizations, and destinations that are driving the positive transformation of the tourism industry, showcasing leaders and visionaries in sustainable tourism best practices, and sharing their stories with millions of today's travelers” The UNWTO Annual Awards celebrate UNWTO Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the tourism sector, recognizing exceptional leaders in the categories including Enterprises and Non- governmental Organizations. The contribution of the awardees is in line with UNWTO´s policies, priorities and programme of work, including the UNWTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism. The World Responsible Tourism Awards state that they, “want to celebrate the shining stars of responsible tourism - the individuals, organisations and destinations working innovatively with local cultures, communities and biodiversity.” The World Travel and Tourism Council’s Tourism for Tomorrow Awards, “...focus on five key categories that have been carefully selected to exemplify how Travel & Tourism can create significant economic, environmental, social and cultural benefits on local people and places.” Finding international award winners 11
  • 12. for preparing to travel There are a number of things you can do before you travel to make your trip as responsible as possible, and which don’t require a huge amount of effort: Learn a few words in the local language Making an effort to speak the local language allows you to interact with the people who know the site best, and also shows respect. People really do appreciate your efforts. Simple words like “Hello,” “Please,” and “Thank you,” can go a long way. If you make an attempt, local people will appreciate your efforts and are more likely to reciprocate. Explore transport options Remember that traveling affects the environment. Wherever possible, try to minimize your pollution and impact on the environment by looking to alternative transportation (e.g. walking, bicycle, horse, sailing boat), or by visiting places close to home that can be reached by train or coach. Where you do need a plane or other motorized transport, consider compensating for your carbon dioxide (CO2 ) emissions. Pack light and for a purpose.It is tempting to pack everything you thinkyou might need, but remember to be smartabout your necessities. Packaging like theplastic wrapping of your new toothbrush usesup space in your bag and can create excesswaste for the destination to deal with. ‘Packfor a Purpose’ also provides guidance onhow to pack supplies needed by communityprojects, in your holiday destination Find out as much as possible. The more you know about a place you’re visiting before arriving, the more that it will come alive during your trip. Look into the site’s history, culture, natural environment, customs, stories, advisory notices using books, the internet, and experiences of other travellers (e.g. TripAdvisor). TOP TIPS TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 12
  • 13. PART TWO So you have decided where you want to go, and booked your trip and have checked that the facilities meet with your principles. Well done! This action has already contributed to the demand for responsible tourism globally, which will encourage more businesses to offer and operators to sell sustainable products and experiences. You are all ready to go! Here are some suggestions on making your travel experience better: • Water is precious in every holiday destination so use it carefully. Don’t leave taps running, take showers rather than baths and re-use your towels. • Save energy and cut CO2 by switching off lights, fans and air conditioning when you are out of your room. Make sure your appliances are fully turned off and don’t leave any chargers plugged in when not in use - this will also protect against damage from power surges. • Don’t buy souvenirs made from shells, turtle shell, coral, or any other wildlife - you’ll be contributing to their exploitation and some of it will be illegal to bring home. Think carefully before buying hardwood souvenirs, and whether you can be sure that are from sustainably harvested forests, and not from protected or endangered species. • Never go near or feed wildlife you encounter on your trip. It may not be safe for you, or the animal. • Think before you throw. No-one wants to see your old plastic bags, bottles and cigarette butts hanging around for the next 50 years! Take your rubbish to a bin or back to your hotel (or home) with you. • In natural areas, stay on marked trails, to avoid damaging plants or wildlife. • Be gentle with sales people. It is easy to feel pestered by over enthusiastic sales people, especially if you’re not in the mood for shopping. Decline politely, or with a sense of humour. Please don’t be rude - everyone’s trying to make a living after all! • Get out and explore beyond your hotel! Support the local economy by sampling regional dishes at locally owned restaurants, buying locally produced food and drinks and buying souvenirs that are genuinely made in the area. • Respect local customs such as covering up away from the beach and especially in towns, shops and religious places. You’ll find you get stared at a lot less and treated more respectfully by locals. • Relax - you’re on holiday! Don’t get annoyed if service isn’t quite as efficient as at home. It’s all part of the experience. On your holiday 13
  • 14. Make holidays greener is a campaign from the Travel Foundation and Travelife to raise awareness about the importance of cleaner beaches and how to reduce plastic waste. PADI’s Project Aware coordinates a Dive against Debris events, to collect waste during dives, and feedback information on what is found. They also have a Dive into Action program, where you can make your dive count for conservation. Check out the maps and events on their site. Responsibletravel.com lists volunteering holidays that provide ethical and worthwhile placement options. You might book these before you leave home, but if you arrive somewhere and want to contribute, there are many options listed on their site. Pack for a Purpose is an initiative that helps you find your accommodation or tour operator, and a project that it supports. You can choose supplies you want to take from a list requested, and drop the supplies off with the company. The company then delivers them to the project. Get involved in local projects TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 14
  • 15. • Choose a certified dive operation with a good local reputation • Do not distrupt the seabed – it will disturb small animals and you will see less • Avoid handling, standing on, or knocking coral by controlling your bouyancy • Actively encourage responsible behaviour of other divers • Don’t chase the fish – you won’t catch them, and you’ll use up all your air resulting in a shorter dive • Protect underwater life by supporting marine protected areas and community managed areas • Take photos responsibly without harassing wildlife for a better picture, or by blinding them with your flash. Leave the ocean they way you found it: No collecting! • Take action – report irresponsible behavior by other divers or operators • Do not buy corals, shells, fish teeth from shops, it only encourages further harvesting • If you had a great time and dived with a responsible operation encourage others to use the same company. Use your own social media, or comment on the company’s. Top Tips for Divers • Walk on designated roads and trails, and walk in single file, to avoid widening trails • Pay attention to signs, and respect barriers and fences. Leave gates as you find them • Avoid walking on sensitve areas, like meadows, lakeshores, wetlands or streams • Please don’t disturb historical, archaeological, paleontological or other cultural sites • Pack your rubbish out with you – and pick up litter left by others • Avoid walking near seasonal nesting or breeding areas for birds and other wildlife. Also avoid disturbing livestock. • Use toilets where they are provided, or bury your waste in a hole 15-20 cm deep, and at least 60 m from water, camps or trails • Before you hike, wash your shoes and other gear to avoid spreading invasive species • Swim and wash only in designated areas, to avoid contaminating sensitive waterways Tread lightly! promotes responsible recreation through stewardship, communication and education. from shops, it only encourages further harvesting. They aim to protect and enhance recreational access and opportunities, by promoting outdoor ethics to heighten people’s sense of stewardship. Top Tips for Hikers Adapted from TreadLightly! 15
  • 16. PART THREE When you get home • Distribute your responsible travel tips. In addition to telling family and friends about the wonderful memories you made, also consider sharing tips on how they too can positively impact the World while having an amazing journey. • Share your photos. Photos can say a thousand words. Use your social media or blog • Explore more. Traveling is just the start of learning. Once you return home continue exploring and being involved with the issues or region that captured your attention. Build upon your knowledge and also learn about another fascinating place. • Give back. Traveling often opens your eyes and heart to something new. You can continue to preserve our inspirational destinations for generations to come by making a donation to a local charity. TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 16
  • 17. Planning your next trip The worst feeling about a great holiday is getting home, unpacking, and realizing that you have to go back to work. But that doesn’t mean you can’t start planning your next trip! 17
  • 18. Two important factors are influencing how we travel. Firstly, we are becoming increasingly aware of how our over-consumption is impacting on the environment. Secondly, the working environment is becoming even more demanding. Working hours increase and pressures to perform intensifies. We are becoming more conscious of how precious our leisure time is as well as the need to extract the greatest value from our holidays whilst minimising our environmental impact. If your holiday time is your one big opportunity for the year to relax, unwind, see the world, experience something new then it deserves your time and attention to get it right. • See something new, break from the norm, explore, live • Develop a connection with a destination and its people • Learn through conversations with others and observations • Show your children, family and friends the wonder of the natural and cultural world and why its important to respect it Most importantly, take a deep breathe, relax and simply be. By choosing a responsible holiday you have spent your leisure time making a long-term positive contribution to the world. PART FOUR Final thoughts... the way we travel is changing “We wander for distraction, but we travel for fulfillment” Hilaire Belloc TheResponsibleTraveller|Issue1 18
  • 19. Organisation Website url DIRECTORY Austrian Ecolable for Tourism www.umweltzeichen.at Biosphere Responsible Tourism www.biospheretourism.com BookDifferent www.bookdifferent.com Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST) for hotels www.turismo-sostenible.co.cr/en Earthcheck www.earthcheck.org Eco-certification Malta www.mta.com.mt/eco-certification EcoTourism Australia -Ecotourism standard www.ecotourism.org.au EcoTourism Ireland www.ecotourismireland.ie European Ecotourism Network www.ecotourism-network.eu/en-about-us/en-ecolnet Fair Trade Tourism www.fairtrade.travel Global Ecosphere Retreats www.thelongrun.com Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) http://www.gstcouncil.org Go Barefoot http://gobarefoot.travel GREAT Green Deal www.sellosverdes.com Green Destinations http://greendestinations.info/top100 Green Globe http://greenglobe.com Green Growth 2050 www.greengrowth2050.travel Green Key Global http://greenkeyglobal.com/about Green Star Hotel www.greenstarhotel.org Hoteles Verdes http://www.hotelesmasverdes.com.ar Japan Ecolodge Association www.japan-ecolodge.org National Geographic World Legacy Awards www.nationalgeographic.com/worldlegacyawards Rainforest Alliance www.rainforest-alliance.org Responsibletravel.com www.responsibletravel.com Sistema de Distincion en Toruismo Sustentable (SERNATUR) http://www.sernatur.cl/turismo-sustentable/distincion- en-sustentabilidad-turistica Sustainable Tourism Eco-certification program (STEP) http://sustainabletravel.org 10YFP Sustainable Tourism Programme http://sdt.unwto.org/sustainable-tourism-10yfp www.unep.org/10yfp/tourism TOFTigers PUG Eco-rating certification www.toftigers.org TourCert www.tourcert.org Travelife http://www.travelife.org UNWTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism http://know.unwto.org/content/unwto-awards- excellence-and-innovation-tourism World Hotel Link http://www.whl.travel World Travel and Tourism Council - Tourism for Tomorrow Awards http://www.wttc.org/tourism-for-tomorrow-awards 19