ecotourism
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Definition
- Noun:
- Tourism to exotic or threatened ecosystems to observe wildlife or to help preserve nature: Ecotourism is a form of responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education.
Usage
- Noun:
- Ecotourism is promoted as a way to fund conservation efforts.
- The country's economy benefits significantly from responsible ecotourism.
- The core principle of ecotourism is minimizing the environmental impact of visitors.
Examples
- Noun:
- The growth of ecotourism has helped protect the rainforest from deforestation.
- We chose an ecotourism operator that supports local communities.
- True ecotourism involves educating travelers about the local ecosystem.
Advanced Usage
"Sustainable ecotourism": Ecotourism that is managed to ensure long-term ecological and economic viability.
- The project's goal is to develop a model for sustainable ecotourism in the region.
"Ecotourism destination": A location specifically developed or known for ecotourism activities.
- The national park has become a premier ecotourism destination.
Variants and Related Words
Ecotourist (n): A person who participates in ecotourism.
- Ecotourists are often more interested in learning than in luxury.
Ecotour (n): A trip or tour designed around ecotourism principles.
- The company specializes in organizing ecotours to remote islands.
Synonyms
- Nature tourism: Travel for the purpose of enjoying undeveloped natural areas.
- Green tourism: Tourism that attempts to minimize its environmental impact.
Related Phrases
"Community-based ecotourism": Ecotourism that is planned and managed primarily by the local community.
- The village runs a successful community-based ecotourism program.
"Ecotourism lodge": Accommodation built and operated with a focus on environmental sustainability.
- We stayed at an ecotourism lodge powered entirely by solar energy.
Noun
- tourism to exotic or threatened ecosystems to observe wildlife or to help preserve nature