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In summary: Bring reusables (no disposables), don’t be a jerk, leave stuff alone, buy local, and set an example.
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10 helpful tips for ethical eco-tourism in Asia
LET’S not treat Asia’s natural treasures as our own beer-soaked personal spring break playground. That would be unseemly and untoward. For those interested in ethical travel and responsible tourism, I encourage you to do research about general as well as place-specific practices that reduce your impact on local environments, societies and cultures. To begin, here…>
Chai Lai Orchid: A feel-good retreat in Northern Thailand
NORTHERN Thailand is in some ways a region of contradictions – the beauty of the area is unparalleled but there are many little-known communities there that suffer due to political circumstances beyond their control. Chai Lai Orchid presents an opportunity for guests to appreciate the beauty of this region of Thailand, and to not only…>
Hokkaido: Incredible nature in Japan’s far north
ABOUT a month ago I profiled Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost outpost with its beautiful beaches, tropical rainforests and fantastic diving locations. Though Japan’s southern outpost is home to what many consider to be the country’s last “unexplored” tracts, it has a northern counterpart in Hokkaido. In terms of cultural history, Hokkaido is distinct from the rest…>
5 great places to see whale sharks in Asia
The whale shark is the largest fish in the world and can surpass 12 meters (40 feet) in length. These graceful and gentle giants are filter feeders and pose no danger to humans. Slow and docile, divers are often tempted to touch whale sharks, though scientists and conservationists discourage this practice. Their behavior, size and…>
Palau: Underwater wonderland
THE Republic of Palau (population circa 21,000) is a small western Pacific nation and part of the Micronesian island group. The founding member of the Micronesia Challenge, in which several nations in the region agreed to cooperate on marine and land conservation efforts, Palau has led the way in ethical tourism, greening their economy and…>
Kashmir embraces eco-tourism
KASHMIR – the word is known the world-over due to the luxurious “Cashmere” wool obtained from a specialized breed of goats and even to some extent because of a song by Led Zeppelin. That’s my earliest memory of it, anyway. But amongst those more in the know, this Himalayan, “Alpine” region of South Asia is…>
Okinawa: Japan’s natural treasure
OKINAWA archipelago consists of both inhabited and uninhabited islands – 49 and 111, respectively. A major Japanese tourist destination, Okinawa is home to splendid nature and a distinct culture. It is also the birthplace of karate. The narrow rope of islands that is Okinawa ranges from a subtropical climate on most of the islands to…>
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