3. Our Talk
Today
Sustainable Tourism Marketing
Tips on Responsible tourism
Facts and Figures
Ecofriendly practices
What We Can Do
Topics We'll Cover
4. That takes into account the current
and future repercussions (economic,
social and environmental) in order to
control them but still fulfilling the
needs of visitors, industry, the
environment and host communities.
What is
Sustainable
tourism?
5. The world dumps
a massive 2.12
billion tons of
waste every year.
ACCORDING TO THE WORLD COUNTS
Did you
know?
How is plastic waste an issue for oceans/waterways in Laos?
About 50% of the world’s plastic goes into single use items. A lot of
plastic waste ends up in the oceans from rivers: 86% of marine plastic
pollution from rivers is from Asia.
8. THINGS I
SHOULD
ALREADY
DOING
TOWARDS
ZERO
WASTE
REUSING
COTTON BAGS
for your journey - Could be
customise with your logo or tagline
CHOOSING REUSABLE
STRAWS.
could be in bamboo or glass or
stainless
SAYING NO TO
PLASTIC CUTLERIES.
ecoplates, bamboo refill bottle
etc...must be your alternative for
your next picnic or gathering event
9. RESPONSIBLE
TRAVEL TIPS
When planning your trip, choose those suppliers who offer you
guarantees of quality and respect for the environment.
Use natural resources with measure: water, energy…
Try to minimize the generation of waste.
When disposing waste, do it as cleanly as possible. Always recycle.
When you visit a natural space, do not leave any garbage behind.
Find out how to make the least possible impact on sensitive places
such as reefs or jungles.
Help the local economy by buying gifts or souvenirs in small shops.
Do not disturb the flora and fauna; especially in the case of
protected species.
Respect the traditions, culture and gastronomy of local people.
Try to contribute with your presence to the development of
responsible and sustainable tourism, building with your trip a
healthier and more solid planet.
10 rules to keep in mind in order to practice Sustainable Tourism
10. Be aware of
your own
impact
Now that you have these tips under
your belt, you can traverse the
world feeling sound about your
planet-friendly packing choices.
Happy trails!
some domestic
brands
100% made in
Laos to become a
Green Traveler
and Ambassador
11. Check with your
local community
activities
More and more travelers are
progressively betting on
sustainable tourism.
According to a survey
conducted by Booking, 68% of
respondents prefer to stay in a
sustainable hotel and 79% are
concerned about the impact of
the means of transport used
when traveling.
Follow these tips at your destination and travel sustainably.
The place you visit and the planet itself will thank you.