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Comment on The Plastic Pollution Crisis and How Travelers Can Reduce Their Plastic Footprint by Deborah Thompson

Deborah Thompson — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:07:20 +0000

Fantastic article, with incredibly important content. I have been an avid consumer of gum for a long time now, but reading this made me rethink my proclivity to use it. I have been dismayed and alarmed for years at the amount of plastic we have found while traveling, it is sickening and saddening at what plastic is doing to our poor earth.

Thank you for this well written, well researched and timely article. We have always tried to be aware and careful when traveling not to pollute, but reading this has given us new ideas and an even more vigilant mindset.

Comment on Discover the Rhythms of Bhutanese Village Life: Mushroom Festival, Rural Adventures and a Celebration of Traditions by Jenny Christopher

Jenny Christopher — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:47:57 +0000

Thank you for such a nice post. as you have tried to put all the beauty of Bhutan in an single blog and you have nicely executed your job.There is lots of reason to visit such a beautiful place.

Comment on Go Overseas: Global Community of Volunteer Reviewers and Passionate Travelers by Gap Year Volunteering

Gap Year Volunteering — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:20:56 +0000

Volunteering overseas gives you so much more of an experience than just travelling. It gives you the opportunity to really immerse yourself in a new culture, give something back and be part of a local community. The key is to look for organisations that offer long term volunteering placements as these are what are really going to benefit you and also the community in which you volunteer in, the most. Look for charities that offer you the chance to really do something inspirational, on placements that really need your help and are worthwhile and sustainable.

Comment on Meet a Sustainable Adventure Pioneer: Bodhi Surf School, Bahia Ballena, Costa Rica by Meet a Sustainable Adventure Pioneer: Reef Conservation International, Belize | Your Travel Choice Blog

Tue, 08 May 2012 22:10:02 +0000

[...] Meet a Sustainable Adventure Pioneer: Bodhi Surf School, Bahia Ballena, Costa Rica The word “Bodhi” is Sanskrit for “awareness” and was chosen for that very reason; while the company aims to teach surf, yoga, and provide its clients with a fun and fulfilling vacation, it also strives to promote awareness about the spheres within which it operates. We aim to be more than just a surf school, to provide an experience that is unique to the area and our personalities. [...]

Comment on Support Galapagos Conservation Scholarships to Train Environmental Leaders by galapagos travel

galapagos travel — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 16:28:35 +0000

there are many conservation efforts geared towards the Galapagos Islands, unfortunately the distribution of positive news like the efforts of Ecoventura go under the radar. An official distribution channel solely for the Galapagos would help I believe.

Comment on Rios Tropicales: Moving Beyond Tour Operator to Sustainable Community Development Co-Creator by Jorijn Battiau

Jorijn Battiau — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:20:03 +0000

Dear,

My name is Jorijn, student bachelor Tourism in Belgium.

I’m almost graduated, the only thing left is writing my thesis.

My thesis is about sustainable acitivities you can do while travelling.

My question to you is;

Does you organisation have some criteria to describe what makes an activity sustainable?

For example;

For us, an e.g. when there’s no impact on the nature and environmentactivity on a trip is sustainable when…

- (example: when there’s no impact on the nature and environment)

OR an activity on a trip is not sustainable when…

I hope you can help me with this question.

Thank you!

Kind regards,

Jorijn Battiau

Student Tourism and leisuremanagement at Howest, Kortrijk, Belgium.

Comment on Five Reasons to Visit Findhorn, Scotland, the UK’s Largest Eco-Village by An Earth Day Getaway – Adventures in Ecotourism | Healthy Travel Blog

An Earth Day Getaway – Adventures in Ecotourism | Healthy Travel Blog — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 19:55:08 +0000

[...] Findhorn, Scotland. This is the United Kingdom’s largest eco-village. This small town started in 1985 and is a remarkable example of large-scale carbon-neutral living. Findhorn has 61 ecologically-friendly buildings made form materials such as recycled tires, straw and natural, non-toxic materials. [...]

Comment on Estonian Nature Tours: Botanical Tours in Estonia by Francois Hattingh

Francois Hattingh — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 18:01:04 +0000

I want to know as much as possible about the indigenous and native plants, trees and flowers of Estonia (Estland) including all that you can offer with regards to botanical tours.

Thank you.

Comment on Support Galapagos Conservation Scholarships to Train Environmental Leaders by The galapagos islands

The galapagos islands — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:50:35 +0000

I can’t think of any other reasons to help the Galapagos Islands other than increase donation funds for the Galapagos Conservation Trust and possibly limiting the numbers of tourists that visit. Has anyone got any other ideas?? thanks for your help!

Comment on Legendary U.S. Virgin Islands Eco-Resort Maho Bay Camps Face Development Threats by David Frenette

David Frenette — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 20:19:27 +0000

I lived and worked at Maho bay for a number of years. Even some of the pic’s used on this page of cabins/tents I helped build or rebuild after Hugo made a mess of things.Sure would be a great loss to everyone to see Maho pass. I remember Stanley Selengut well he invited me back to Maho after being there for hugo and it was there I met my now wife.I could go on and on with stories but anyone that has ever been there will never forget.