Biodiversity hotspots are not only important for their unique flora and fauna, but also for the ecological services they provide, such as regulating the climate, purifying water, and pollinating crops. Visiting these locations can be an incredible experience, but you may be wondering how to travel sustainably to minimize your impact on the local environment […]

Responsible Travel to Biodiversity Hotspots: Tips for Minimizing Your Ecological Footprint and Supporting Conservation Efforts

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If you’re a nature lover thinking about going on a polar bear viewing trip, wildlife conservation and responsible tourism are no doubt on your mind.   Not only do you want to see polar bears, but you also want to experience the Arctic in a way few people ever have the chance to. See firsthand the […]

Here’s the best way for nature lovers to see polar bears

There’s lots of discussion about the effects of overtourism on a region but what about undertourism when a global pandemic shuts the world down? Conflict between wildlife and people is a complex issue but tourism is a strong driver to mitigate these conflicts by compensating and incentivizing local communities to participate in conservation. In countries […]

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Undertourism: The Pandemic’s Effect on Conservation Efforts

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