responsible tourism

Responsible tourism is no longer an option, or niche market: it has become a necessity to protect local communities and the natural environment and wildlife of destinations.

Here we present you tourism businesses and destinations committed to responsible development and management.

Mark J. Spalding on Ocean Health and Blue Economy

Published 29/04/2025

Meet Mark J. Spalding, long-time ocean advocate and President of The Ocean Foundation (TOF). With a deep-rooted connection to the...

Zina Bencheikh on Empowering Women Through Travel

Published 10/04/2025

Meet Zina Bencheikh, Managing Director EMEA at Intrepid Travel and a passionate advocate for gender equality in tourism. From her...

Davina Stanford on Teaching Responsible Tourism

Published 01/04/2025

Meet Davina Stanford, who has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of responsible tourism professionals. As former...

Bill Bensley on Sustainable Architecture and Design

Published 14/03/2025

Meet Bill Bensley, founder of BENSLEY, who has been transforming the world of luxury hospitality for decades, with sustainability at...

Elton Caushi on Redefining Responsible Tourism in Albania

Published 13/01/2025

Elton Caushi from Albanian Trip shares his inspiring journey of creating a travel company rooted in sustainability and community engagement in Albania.

Meet Elton Caushi - as founder of Albanian Trip, he shares his inspiring journey of creating a travel company rooted...

Saskia Griep of Better Places on Responsible Tourism and Climate-Conscious Travel

Published 10/12/2024

Saskia Grier of Better Places shares her vision for responsible tourism, creating meaningful travel experiences that benefit people and the planet.

Meet Saskia Griep - as the founder of Better Places, Saskia is transforming travel through her commitment to responsible tourism....

Geoff Manchester of Intrepid Travel on Redefining Adventure Travel through Small-Group Tours

Published 25/11/2024

Geoff Manchester from Intrepid shares how sustainable tours and community initiatives create meaningful connections while addressing climate and overtourism.

Meet Geoff Manchester, co-founder of Intrepid Travel. Geoff reflects on how he aimed to transform travel by creating affordable, experience-rich...

Mauricio Miramontes on Adventure Travel and Sustainability in Tourism

Published 25/05/2024

Meet Mauricio Miramontes, a leader in adventure tourism focused on sustainability. In this interview, Mauricio discusses his efforts to promote...