Category: Tourism Concern Ethical Dilemmas

An expert explains what drives the ‘vacation mindset’ 

An expert explains what drives the ‘vacation mindset’ as half of Americans admit to acting out on holiday.

Maintaining ethics under competitive pressures

Competition among travel companies is going to heat up significantly over the next 10 years.

Should you ride an elephant?

Ethical travellers should take some time and find our about the options before taking part in elephant tourism – all good tour operators will have a policy on elephant tourism and if they do offer treks should be able to justify the options they offer.

Should you conform to religious or cultural dress codes?

Every country and person has their own norms and codes of conduct; but should you adjust to them, even if you don’t necessarily agree?

Should you take part in spiritual ceremonies?

It is becoming common on holidays of many kinds for tourists to be invited to take part in ‘spiritual experiences’. But is it OK to say yes?

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Discover Puerto Rico presents initiative to inspire conscious travel

Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announces its Valentine’s Day initiative, “Love Letter from Puerto Rico,” with Puerto Rican actor and producer Amaury Nolasco.