Vacations & Travel
Eco-tourism, also known as ecological tourism, is a form of tourism that appeals to the ecologically and socially conscious individuals. Ecotourism focuses on volunteering, personal growth, and learning new ways to live on the planet; typically involving travel to destinations where flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions. Responsible ecotourism includes programs that minimize the negative aspects of conventional tourism on the environment, and enhance the cultural integrity of local people. - Wikipedia
Eco-Friendly Travel Destinations
- Classic Journeys - Costa Rican cultural walking adventure
- Common Circle - Live with intention as you explore organic farms and eco-communities. Discover the ways of permaculture as you meet incredible people and participate in enriching service projects. Learn how we can design a sustainable society. Live in the moment and re
- Echo Valley Ranch & Spa - spa retreat in a wilderness setting
- Ecosummer - wilderness sea kayaking tours
- Green Hotels Association - directory of green hotels
- Mjølfjell Youth Hostel - mountain walking, wildlife, skiing
- Mocking Bird Hill - Jamaica’s award-winning environmentally friendly luxury hotel
- National Audubon Society Nature Odysseys - natural history-oriented itineraries
- National Park Services - find a park anywhere!
- Organic Travel - guides to healthy and organic places
- Rio Caliente - natural hot springs spa and retreat center
- Shoshoni Yoga Retreat - yoga retreats
- Spring Creek Ranch - year round luxury resort located in a wildlife sanctuary
- The Sea Gypsy - eco-friendly new jersey bed and breakfast
- Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center - an oasis for awakening
- WildQuest - bahama dolphin swims with minimal intrusion
- World Wildlife Fund - adventure travel and eco-tours
Learn about Eco-Tourism
- EcoTravel - an online ecotourism magazine
- Ethical Traveler - uniting adventurers, tourists, travel agencies, and outfitters
- Guardian - general eco-travel information
- Independent Traveler - green travel resources
- International Ecotourism Society - uniting conservation, communities, and sustainable travel
- MSNBC - eco-friendly travel: hotels and the “green” bandwagon
- Planeta - exploring ecotourism resource guide
- U.S. Dept. of State - information about eco-tourism
Travel Agencies & Organizations
- 50plus Expeditions - adventure ecotourism for people 50+
- Basecamp Explorer - provides new and exciting ecotourism destinations
- Blue Ventures - marine conservation expeditions
- Common Circle - Live with intention as you explore organic farms and eco-communities. Discover the ways of permaculture as you meet incredible people and participate in enriching service projects. Learn how we can design a sustainable society. Live in the moment and re
- Crooked Trails - travel organization promoting a better understanding of the planet
- Discovery Initiatives - inspirational travel that helps to support conservation
- Dreamweaver - socially responsible ecotourism
- Ecobookers - booking eco-friendly accommodations around the world
- Ecoclub - international eco-tourism club
- Ecotour - eco-friendly resources and destinations
- Ecotourism Portal - choose your eco-friendly destination
- Get Up & Go - alaskan ecotourism
- Organic Travel - guides to healthy and organic places
- Sustainable Travel International - promoting responsible travel and ecotourism
