Community Based Tourism
WHAT IS COMMUNITY BASED TOURISM? Wiki Definitions: Ecotourism (also known as ecological tourism ) is responsible travel to fragile, pristine, and usually protected areas that strives to be low impact and (often) small scale. It helps educate the traveler; provides funds for conservation; directly benefits the economic development and political empowerment of local communities; and fosters respect for different cultures and for human rights. Eco tourism is very important so that future generations can experience the wonderful environment we have today. [ 1 ] As defined by the co-founder of the Center for Responsible Travel, Martha Honey, Ph.D., in her book Ecotourism and Sustainable Development, Second Edition: Who Owns Paradise? . Most serious studies of ecotourism including several university programs now use this as the working definition. [ 2 ] Ecotourism appeals to ecologically and socially conscious individuals. Generally speaking, it focuses on volunteering, personal growth an