Organizing a responsible visit to sensitive areas like the Galápagos Islands or Antarctica involves research, decoding certifications and possibly a travel adviser.
Cruise tourism is cast as a win-win for all parties as tourists have great holidays, local destinations have boatloads of visitors brought right to their shores and the cruise companies rake in profits. So why are local communities increasingly protesting this supposedly great sector?
With the Arctic warming three times faster than the rest of the planet, can travel to the region ever be sustainable? Environmentalists say time is running out for the Arctic. Some damage is irreversible, but long-term strategies for sustainable tourism could help to protect this precious region for many generations to come.
Having recognised the negative effects of climate change on the environment, Hans Lagerweij from Albatros Expeditions explains the company's commitment to improving fuel efficiency...
