By leveraging Colombia’s extraordinary biodiversity, there is a considerable opportunity for the development of Colombia’s ecotourism subsector. Ecotourism has the potential to provide alternatives to coca production and new livelihood options for former militants. However, it is essential this is developed alongside infrastructure projects and social schemes.
Small island destinations are particularly vulnerable to climate change, natural disasters, and external economic shocks. A newly published paper titled ‘Small Islands, Large Oceans: Voices on the Frontlines of Climate Change’ looks at how a ‘blue economy’ approach is needed: protecting ocean resources by linking their sustainable use with economic growth.
On the two-decade anniversary of his travel company, Responsible Travel, Justin Francis reflects on just how far the industry has come and where it’s going next. He suggests nothing is possible unless we first reduce carbon emissions and restore nature and that the only way forward is to consult more closely with local people.
In this interview for Skift, Florian Sengstschmid, CEO of Azerbaijan Tourism Board, talks about how the DMO used the pandemic to develop a solid, sustainable tourism strategy and emerge as a safe destination, ready to back welcome travellers. Since Azerbaijan is not a mass tourism destination, he hopes it will be easier and safer for travellers to enjoy the country’s immersive experiences when the time is right.
In the interview by Ann Abel for Forbes, Portuguese hotelier Pedro Franca Pinto talks about how the past year has changed him and his business. He explains the relation of the hotel to sustainability and the rethink tourism campaigns. This is the first of four interviews looking at what’s going to be different as the travel and hospitality world gets back on its feet.
