No doubt ecology is a big issue, and no doubt businesses will hype their ecology concern in an effort to increase sales. However, one company takes it to the extreme and hopefully it will benefit Costa Rica. Last week, designer sandal’s guru, … [Read more...]
Costa Rica Hilton Hotels Stop Serving Marlin & Sailfish Meat
June 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In a bold move, Hilton Hotels and Resorts in Costa Rica's restaurants set example for others in promoting sportfishing ecotourism by taking sailfish and marlin off their menus. They adopted the stance after working with The Billfish Foundation … [Read more...]
Can Eco Tourism Survive In Costa Rica?
April 3, 2011 By 1 Comment
Reprinted with Permission from Alice Henly who writes for OnEarth: http://www.onearth.org/article/can-ecotourism-survive-in-costa-rica The tropical Central American destination offers examples of both the best in sustainable tourism and what … [Read more...]
Are Crocodiles Threatened in Costa Rica Because of Pollution and Global Warming?
August 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Costa Rica is nature’s theater where the crocodile is just one of many where one-day tourism loves its production of jagged, snaring teeth and prehistoric features. And crocodile attacks are considered one of the most gruesome. With that said, … [Read more...]
Top 10 Best Ethical Destinations
January 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Ethical Traveler posts every year the top 10 ethical destinations. Ethical Traveler's new report, "The World's Best Ethical Destinations" identifies the 10 countries in the developing world that are best protecting their natural environments, … [Read more...]
Tarzan Tico Costa Rica’s Crocodile Man
November 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
IF you thought the legend of the horse whisperer was impressive, here’s an animal tale with even more bite. Chito wrestles in the water with best mate Pocho, a five-metre long crocodile, Chito and Poncho play in the water together Rather than … [Read more...]
Women Recycling in Venezuela
September 17, 2009 By 1 Comment
Venezuela is one of my most favorite countries to visit. About 5 years ago my sister and I went to Angel Falls (incredible) and then on to Merida (absolutely one of the best times I have ever had). The people some of the friendliest I have ever met … [Read more...]
Eco Tourism-South American Explorers
June 20, 2009 By 4 Comments
I love South America- my bucket list contains visiting every single country, mountain, beach, waterfall and river in South America. To date, I have been to Venezuela (Angel Falls and Merida) Peru (Macchu Picchu, and northern Peru) Ecuador (Galapagos, … [Read more...]
8 Green-Eco Friendly Resources in Mexico
May 30, 2009 By 1 Comment
l Iove Mexico and wondered if there was any 'green blogs' about Mexico. There doesn't appear to be much- most are eco Tourism sites- but since I did the research- thought I would share it anyway. Not all the sites are 'Green' but gives … [Read more...]
Amazon Rainforest Relaxation Video
April 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I'm ready for a trip- after this wonderful relaxing video- I want a massage in the rainforest! It's time for a little mini-home ecotourism trip! … [Read more...]
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