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Philippines

travelfoodguru — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:45:44 CDT

Here's a great sample of Sustainable tourism and responsible travel in the Philippines.

CALAMIAN EXPEDITIONS Travel & Tours is a local based agency promoting community tourism enterprise and committed to attain sustainable tourism in Calamianes, Palawan. Its activities and events highly involve community members such as local tour guides, mountain guides, resort and lodge operators, boat operators, transport operators, indigenous cultural groups and adventure enthusiasts. Corong Galeri Lokals (an accredited establishment of the Department of Tourism) also makes contributions to the local communities by its efforts wtih the tribal minorities and local skilled craftsmen for the promotion of Calamianes’ traditional products, arts and related handicrafts.

Island hopping tours include:

Kayangan Lake

Dubbed as the cleanest lake in Asia. Don’t forget to bring bread to feed the friendly, little schools of fish! Banol Beach – Elegantly framed by gorgeous, soft white sand, and crystal clear waters, Banol Beach paints a gorgeous tropical picture. After a relaxing swim, indulge in a magical picnic lunch prepared by Coron Gateway Hotel.

Mount Tapyas

Not for the feint hearted! After climbing 600 steps, this mountain rewards travelers with the most spectacular views of Coron’s world - famous lime stone cliffs and serene waters. The view is definitely worth the laborious climb.

Twin Lagoons

Serene, calm and magical – 3 concise words to describe the twin lagoons of Coron. Teeming with colorful coral reefs and lush marine life – this is definitely a snorkeling haven for all would-be travelers!

Maquinit Hotsprings

At 38 degrees Celcius, this hotspring magnificently doubles as an infinity pool. Bounded by lush trees, and strategically overlooking the bay, consider this hotspring as the most natural and therapeutic means to relax your weary bones.

Siete Picados

Showcasing Seven Beautiful Islands of non-stop underwater wonders, you might never want to leave!

Skeletal Wreck

Left behind during World War 2, this is one of the shallowest ship wreck destinations in the Philippines. It is now abound with rich corals and friendly marine life making it a popular snorkeling site in the island.

All About Sustainable Tourism and Responsible Travel

Editor/Admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 23:01:43 CDT

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Boracay Island Buzz: Events Asia 2010

Editor/Admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:13:18 CDT

Boracay Island Buzz: Events Asia 2010

Last April 28-30, 2010, the beautiful island of Boracay in the Philippines played host and set the stage for Events Asia 2010 Conference and Trade Show, with its theme “The Future is NOW! The Future is WOW!”. Participants converged at the Boracay Eco Village Resort & Convention Center at the Meetings which presented an array of vastly interesting subjects by international event industry experts. Delegates learned the latest trends, as well as innovations to the craft in the highly creative world of exhibitions and events.

CONFERENCE. Participants were privileged to listen and network with experts in events industry worldwide to include Mr. Steven Hacker, as keynote speaker with his topic, Global Exhibition and Events Trends in the 21st century; Mr. Mark Cochrane from Hong Kong who talked about Asian Perspectives, the Power of Exhibits and Events; Mr. Eduardo Braniff, expert on Brand Activation from Los Angeles, U.S.A.; Ms. Lara McCulloch-Carter from Canada who did a cool workshop and talk on Social Media Strategies; Mr. Robert Rogers, who awed the audience with 10 Cool New Things to WOW Events; Mr. Brian Slawin, from Missouri, U.S. did his spiel on Events Latest Tool –getting the best Lead in Events; Mr. Jeffrey Soh, of Thailand shared his tips in Organizing Events with a shoestring budget; Mr. Steve Tait, emphatically advised delegates on Event Safety and Security; and Mr. Jojo Ajero, CEO of High Traffic Ads.

SUSTAINABLE EVENTS MANAGEMENT. I had the pride and pleasure to talk on a topic very close to my heart, Sustainable Events Management with Corporate Social Responsibility, a very timely and significant issue for the conference as more events professionals are now conscientious in conservation and in trying to help protect the environment. With my experience with Inkaterra, Peru’s eco pioneer and Conservation Leader, I hope I was able to share the knowledge and concern for the need to be more responsible and sustainable in events organization: the call to Rethink, Reuse, Reduce, Recycle and Report, in order to meet the needs of the present while preserving and enduring the provisions for future generations.

FUTURE WORKSHOPS. The talk in fact, is just a tip of the iceberg, so to speak. I am looking forward to sharing this topic substantially and ideally in comprehensive workshops or seminars where participants can fully understand, assimilate and implement their own best practices to sustainable events, according to the business they are engaged in, whether they are event planners or suppliers, in hospitality, entertainment, sports, publication, media, technical production, corporation, government agency, venue, and other related endeavor in the Events and Exhibition industry. So the next time you are planning to organize conferences, you might like to include a Sustainable Events Management workshop in your agenda. Ms. Annaliza Laxamana, CEO of Next Step Events, the beauty and brains behind Events Asia 2010, is also the recently appointed Marketing Director of Boracay Eco Village and Convention Center. Her highly professional and efficient production team was able to execute the event successfully with outstanding and authentic production, lavish entertainment, live music and dance ensemble, albeit with minor technical and logistical glitches which can be easily remedied in the next productions, however, kudos to the team for their dedication to their craft, undivided attention and usual remarkable Filipino brand of sincere hospitality, warmth and friendship, which can never be equaled anywhere in the world.

Alta Vista was the official resort host for the event and it was a great surprise to know that former Islander Group and HSMA colleague Bobby Laygo is the General Manager of this literally and figuratively speaking lofty property. Its location is up on the hillsides at the northern part of the island, as Bobby would often say, they are on “the better side of Paradise”.

My own take in Events Asia 2010: the future is wow, but we have to protect in now! Less conversation, it's time for action! Please use comment/contact form if you wish to add a Sustainable Events Management Workshop in your next conference.

Peru

Editor/Admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:02:05 CDT

Peruphernalia -your travel essentials to Peru

Peru is often called the quintessential South American destination evoking images of Andean mountains, fabled lost cities, panpipe players, llamas and, of course, the ever-fashionable and functional poncho. -Blue List, Lonely Planet

If Peru didn’t exist, travel guide books would have to invent it. It’s a land of lost cities and ancient ruins, brooding Andean peaks, dense jungles, quaint cities, festivals con-celebrating Roman Catholic masses with mysterious Incan rites. It’s like a whole world in a snow dome.- from the Travel Book.

Rich with majestic natural beauty, gracious people, and the legacy of a great ancient civilization, Peru is a country that touches the soul.

When planning to travel to Peru, in order to fully capture its magic and mystique, you need to understand what to expect. I have compiled important information for your visit to Peru and how to organize for your journey. Please read this as you get ready for what will be one of the most amazing trips of your life.

PERU Fast FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Acclimatization. Acclimatization is the process of the body adjusting to the decreased availability of oxygen at high altitudes. Considering varying altitudes of destinations in Peru, travelers must try to go first to the lower ones before ascending to higher altitude cities. It is a slow process that could take place over a couple of days. Given enough time, your body will adapt to the decrease in oxygen at a specific altitude.

Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS) or soroche is a pathological condition that is caused by acute exposure to low air pressure usually above 2,400 meters (approximately 8,000 feet). The main cause of altitude sickness is going too high too quickly. Before your travel to a high altitude destination, avoid eating too much, and on the arrival day itself, eat less also to avoid altitude sickness. If you stay at a high altitude, rest. Limit any walking or activity. You can explore the area, but take it easy, especially on the first day. Drink plenty of water and avoid taking alcoholic beverages.

Communication/ Telephone/ Internet. Peru is well connected with telephone landlines and cellular phones lines in most major cities, as well as the Internet with connections in most hotels, numerous internet booths (cabinas de internet) in cities and towns and WiFi available in major hotels.

Currency/Credit Cards/ Foreign Exchange. Peru’s currency is the Nuevo Sol (S/.) or Nuevos Soles (in plural). Peru is typical of many South American countries in that it effectively operates a dual currency system where the US$ American Dollar has purchasing power. Both the US$ (Dollar) and the Peruvian Nuevo Sol are in circulation and although the government prefers people to use soles, most sizeable purchases are made in dollars. The Nuevo Sol is perfectly stable so you don’t have to worry about inflation problems during your stay. In the provinces, credit card facilities may be limited only to major establishments. Travelers’ cheques are not common, so have cash (in Soles) on hand as foreign currency exchange is limited. Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) are mostly available only in the main cities. To check currency conversion, go to http://www.xe.com/ucc/

Health/ Medical/Travelers. Common Illness To keep from getting gastrointestinal infections or avoiding travelers’ diarrhea, we recommend you take care when eating raw or exotic foods. Drink bottled or boiled water and do not eat food/beverages from street vendors/ hawkers. Doctors or medical assistance may be contacted through hotel reception. Hospitals and clinics provide adequate services, especially in Lima and the other main cities and can contact health care insurance directly.

Language. The official languages are Spanish (80% of the population), Quechua (Andean and highland regions), and Aymara (in the Puno high plateau). It is possible to communicate in English with tourist service workers such as tour guides, travel agency employees and 3 to 5-star hotels staff.

Luggage/Baggage Limit. Please know the baggage limit, number of pieces and weight allowed by the airline to your destination. Most domestic airlines have lesser baggage allowance (usually max. 10 kilos) than the international airlines (usually max. 20 kilos). In case of multiple destinations, it is advisable to travel light and bring only the essentials. If you are going to Machu Picchu, please take note that Peru Rail has imposed luggage limitation on the train to Aguas Calientes. Peru Rail Luggage Transport is a maximum hand-carried allowance of only 5 kilos/11 lbs. and measuring not more than 62 inches/157 cm (height, length & width) per passenger. Your heavier and bigger baggage may be transported in another train at an extra cost (US$1.80/kilo, one way, maximum 10 kilos) or may be left for storage at Peru Rail’s Luggage Storage only in Ollantaytambo Train Station at US$5.00/day.

Security. It is important that you take common sense precautions when visiting Peru, just like in any major destination in the world, such as taking extra care with your belongings in public places or avoiding deserted places at night. The following are recommended as precautionary measures: · Get a copy of your passport, airplane tickets and credit cards. Leave all your travel documents (passport, tickets, hotel vouchers etc) in the hotel safety deposit box and take only photocopies with you. · Know the unsafe areas of the city/destination and avoid visiting them, especially at night. If you must exchange money, do so in banks, authorized money changers and exchange bureaus, or in your hotel. Avoid doing this in plain sight. It may not necessarily an immediate threat to you, but you should always be watching out for pick pockets and thieves especially in crowded places such as busy avenues, airports, markets and tourist sites. · Try to learn a few key phrases in Spanish before you go, if not to help yourself get by, then at least to make the locals think you can speak the language and thus make you a more conscientious traveler who is careful and prepared.

Travel Insurance. It is recommended to buy a travel insurance to provide you general coverage in case of emergency or medical expenses, trip cancellation/interruption, lost tickets, baggage or damage, etc. This way, for any unforeseen event or circumstances, you have an insurance to fall back on.

Vaccinations and/or Medications. Yellow fever & malaria vaccination is required for traveling to jungle destinations and must be administered at least 10 days before your trip otherwise it will not be effective. It is recommended that you take the proper measures to protect yourself, specially from mosquito bites, in order to prevent infection from, among other diseases, yellow fever (vaccination) and malaria (repellant and medication). Consult your doctor before traveling. Water Potable water is limited in some areas. It is recommended to drink bottled water only and do not buy from street vendors or hawkers.

Weather. The Peruvian Coast is hot and sunny (northern area) or very humid (raw or damp, in Lima). At the Peruvian Andes, rainy season is between November and March. Temperatures drop dramatically at night, thus one should always prepare warm clothes or jackets. The Peruvian Jungle is hot, with a tropical climate, however certain times of the year, the jungle experiences “friaje” or cold front. It has daily temperatures averaging the 30°C and night temperatures could drop to cold 15°. For more accurate information, please advise check respective Peru destination weather forecast in: Peru’s local weather agency, http://www.senamhi.gob.pe and click on current forecast available in English. Otherwise, you may also check in: www.wunderground.com or www.intellicast.com

If you have questions or if you need help in planning a trip to Peru, please leave a comment or send me private message!

Positive (& Negative) Impacts of Tourism

Editor/Admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 01:15:20 CDT

Help build a "definitive" list of bullet points pertaining to the positive and negative impacts of tourism on host destinations by joining the discussion below or by directly editing this page. Spirited debate is welcome in the discussion forum below!

Positive impacts of tourism:-

"Sustainable" or "responsible" tourism development focuses on the "triple bottom line". Responsible developers pursue the economic benefits of tourism while maximising the positive impacts on the environment and the host society and culture upon which the industry is based.

Economic

Foreign exchange
Tax revenues
Job opportunities

Environmental

Puts an economic value on "unspoiled" natural resources
Encourages the establishment of national parks and protected areas

Sociocultural

Puts an economic value on traditional arts, crafts, and cultural practices
Encourages the preservation of historical sites and heritage buildings
Fosters within the host society tolerance and acceptance of different cultures

Negative impacts of tourism:-

Ironically, the value of the very environmental and sociocultural assets that attract travellers can erode over time. This is particularly the case where tourism development is unregulated, blinkered by volume growth, and focused only on short-term economic benefits. This is "unsustainable" and "irresponsible" and completely unacceptable in the 21st century.

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Polls

Editor/Admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:47:46 CDT

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What is Sustainable Tourism?

Editor/Admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:43:21 CDT

Some definitions:

”Sustainable tourism development meets the needs of the present tourists and host regions while protecting and enhancing the opportunity for the future.It is envisaged as leading to management of all resources in such a way that economic, social and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled, while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes, biological diversity and life support systems.” _ World Tourism Organization

“Tourism, which is developed and maintained in an area in such a manner, and at such a scale, that it remains viable over an indefinite period and does not degrade or alter the environment (human and physical) in which it exists to such a degree that it prohibits the successful development and well-being of other activities and processes.” _ Mr Richard Butler, 1993

See the discussion forum thread entitled "Don't call tourism names" for a discussion about "good tourism".

And see the sub-menu to the left for more about sustainable/responsible tourism, including:-

Food

Editor/Admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:31:10 CDT

Knowing the story of the food on your plate adds to the pleasure of eating and connects you to the world. Food, Health and Building Communities is Planeta.com's continuing e-conference.

flickrgroups: World food, Sustainable tea, coffee and chocolate
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=466DE57A012E7333

worldfood

planeta — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 06:29:43 CDT

World Food (300+ members) is a popular group on Flickr. More than 1,300 photos have been contributed. Many thanks to everyone for making this such an engaging group.

We are particularly interested in examples of global cuisine. Please show us the meals you have loved and the restaurants and markets you would return. Bonus points for pictures of dishes made with local and natural ingredients.

Requests

Please include a caption and explain the regional and cultural significance of the dish.
Recipes are appreciated!
More veggies, please!
Please keep photos of beige food to a minimum.

Ecotourism Spotlight Award

planeta — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 04:11:34 CDT

Planeta.com - Government websites that engage locals and visitors about ecotourism, responsible travel and the local travel movement are eligible to win the 2010 Ecotourism Spotlight Award

We are asking for nominations from the government institutions themselves. Nominations are accepted June 10 - July 15, 2010.

The award is announced in advance of World Tourism Day (September 27) as way of pointing out best practices. Nominees include environmental, tourism and other government portals in three categories: local, national and international institutions.

The Ecotourism Spotlight Award creates incentives for communication, opportunities for conversation and a reward for participation among government leaders. Nominees receive international exposure and winners claim bragging rights!

Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Award

planeta — Sun, 02 May 2010 07:03:16 CDT

Winners have been announced for the Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Award!

The competition highlights the contribution of indigenous operators to biological and cultural diversity, and comprised applicants from ten countries around the world (Australia, Bolivia, Canada, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Mexico, Micronesia, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sweden). More than 400 people cast their vote, carefully examining all 14 websites that fit the ambitious criteria set on Planeta.com's wiki site http://planeta.wikispaces.com/itbw. Additionally, a jury composed of six internationally recognized experts in indigenous and sustainable tourism picked their choice using the same criteria.

The winner of the judged 2010 ITBW Award is Nutti Sami Siida, which features reindeer sled trips. Owners Nils Torbjörn Nutti and Carina Pingi are Sami from Saarivuoma and Gabna Sameby, Sweden. The winner of the popular count 2010 ITBW Award is TIME Unlimited Tours from New Zealand, operated by the Maori-European couple Ceillhe Tewhare Teneti Hema Sperath and Néill Sperath, and providing personalised and interactive Auckland and Maori Indigenous Cultural Tours.

The Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Award is a collaborative effort between Planeta.com and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity/UNEP (CBD) with the generous support of the Heidehof Foundation.

The award is aimed at private tourism services, owned and operated by indigenous and local communities embodying traditional lifestyles, and its main objectives are to motivate candidates to improve their online communication on biological and cultural diversity, to highlight their best practices in managing tourism and to raise operators and public’s awareness on biodiversity.The Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Award is a collaborative effort between Planeta.com and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity/UNEP (CBD) with the generous support of the Heidehof Foundation.

The award is aimed at private tourism services, owned and operated by indigenous and local communities embodying traditional lifestyles, and its main objectives are to motivate candidates to improve their online communication on biological and cultural diversity, to highlight their best practices in managing tourism and to raise operators and public’s awareness on biodiversity.

Student Performance Group Tours of NYC

joannwycoff — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 16:07:53 CST

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Events Calendar

Editor/Admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:30:02 CST

Here you can add upcoming events of potential interest to the industry and/or travellers. While you're adding your own upcoming event, please delete events that have already happened.

DATE	EVENT NAME & LOCATION & LINK	DESCRIPTION
February 25-26, 2010	RE:EARTH Festival, Koh Samui, Thailand	The Reearth festival wants to promote better understanding that environmental conservation can be undertaken hand-in-hand with travel

2010 International Year of Biodiversity

planeta — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 10:15:22 CST

2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity. Planeta.com is updating our guide to tourism and biodiversity.

Responsible Tourism Fair

planeta — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 10:11:51 CST

Responsible Tourism Fair in Oaxaca, Mexico
Dates: January 17-30, 2010

A group of friends in Oaxaca, Mexico are creating the Responsible Tourism Fair (January 17-30), our 10th event since 2001 and a veritable model of frugality and slow travel.

If you cannot attend in person, there are many ways to participate. We are inviting our responsible tourism buddies to create your own responsible tourism event during this time and share the news via Flickr, Twitter, YouTube and all of the cool toys and tools of Web 2.0. Show us what 'responsible tourism' looks like in your corner of the world!

Details
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/rtf2010

2009 Rural Tourism Fair

planeta — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 10:10:41 CST

The 2009 Rural Tourism Fair took place January 19-30. The fair is hosted each year by Planeta.com and friends.

"This year's event expands in Oaxaca, Mexico," explained Planeta.com founder Ron Mader, who created the fair in 2001 as a way of conducting an inexpensive grassroots event to bring together locals and visitors.

The objective is to highlight options visitors have exploring the rural countryside in a responsible manner while modeling what makes an authentic grassroots tourism event. The 2009 Rural Tourism Fair featured travel options around the world and encourages those using Web 2.0 tools including Facebook, Flickr and YouTube to document best practices. Among the highlights -- a walk with the weavers in the town of Teotitlán del Valle, dining adventures at the Caldo de Piedra restaurant, local food tastings, a video night and a hand's on visit to a community garden.

Details
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/ruraltourism2009

Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=35305169193

TIP - If you have photos of rural tourism, please share your pictures in the Rural Tourism Photography Group on Flickr

Aviation & Sustainable Travel

Editor/Admin — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:50:26 CST

An initiative of the commercial aviation industry, www.enviro.aero aims to bust the myths and untruths about aviation’s impact on the environment.

Aviation does have an environmental impact and is a part of the problem, however the industry is also determined to be a part of the solution – and is committed to doing everything it can to limit its impact on the environment.

As an industry, aviation is taking practical measures to limit emissions. Find out more at www.enviro.aero.

Do you have a supporting or contradictory opinion? Share it with us here.

Biodiversity & Sustainable Tourism

Editor/Admin — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:49:47 CST

Sustainable tourism can directly contribute to biodiversity conservation by:-

Offering less destructive livelihood alternatives to local communities and landowners in buffer zones and conservation corridors, away from unregulated logging, intensive cattle-ranching, monoculture, hunting, and unsustainable tourism
Providing an incentive for public and private landowners in critical ecosystems to permanently conserve biodiversity-rich properties, by offering revenue-producing, low-impact economic use
Providing protected area managers with additional financial resources from visitation and donations
Raising visitor awareness, promoting community involvement and interest in conservation issues and generating political support for conservation through environmental education during travel.

Christ, C; Hillel, O; Matus, S; Sweeting, J; (2003) Tourism and Biodiversity -- Mapping Tourism’s Global Footprint. Conservation International, Washington, DC; United Nations Environment Programme, Division of Technology, Industry and Economics, France.

Mader, Ron (2008) Tourism and Biodiversity, Planeta.com

Do you know of any other examples, good and bad, of tourism's impacts on biodiversity? If so, share them with us here. 2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity.

See sub-menu to the left for pages added so far, including:-

Best Practices in Sustainable Tourism

Editor/Admin — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:48:47 CST

See sub-menu to the left for links to more information about best practices, including:-

Add new pages to this section in alphabetical order.