ECO

Environmentalism

Promotion of environmental protection and a movement to protect the natural world from degradation.

Adventure Traveler

A traveler who seeks exciting outdoor or nature-based experiences.

Host Agency

An organization that supports smaller travel agents with bookings and operations.

Rules and Regulations

Laws or rules that govern tourism and environmental practices.

Cultural Respect

Recognizing and valuing traditions of locals.

Tour Package

A set of travel services offered as a single product.

Sustainable Tourism

Encourages tourism that respects natural and cultural heritage.

Eco Tour Operator

A company that provides eco-tours through local guides.

Land Use Policy

A policy that defines how land can be used or developed.

Tourism

Industry involving travel for leisure.

Adventure Travel

Unusual or remote travel experience.

Ecotourism

Type of tourism focusing on conservation and community.

Indigenous Lodging

Lodging structures originally built by locals, using pre-existing, local structures.

Eco Tour

A travel experience designed around eco principles.

Tourism Industry

The commercial organization and operation of vacations.

Ecotourism Industry

Commercial activity based on sustainable tourism.

Tour Guide

A knowledgeable person who provides guided tours of a destination.