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Tuesday, 29 June 2021

Eco Tourism - Social Studies

What is Eco-Tourism? 

Eco-tourism is responsible for traveling to natural areas that conserve the environment. Tourism directed to the exotic frequently threatened natural environment, intended to support the conservation efforts and observe the wildlife. Eco-tourism also minimizes the impact of tourism on the environment, meaning that it boosts financial and employment probabilities for the local people. Eco-tourism is valued since it helps preserve the most beautiful natural surroundings on Earth. Though Eco-tourism is valid, there are still some disadvantages that come with it. Like natural resources being overused and destroyed by making souvenirs. 

Why is Eco-Tourism a growing trend?

Eco-tourism is a growing trend since it doesn't only positively impact the environment but also the locals. Like said earlier, it opens a lot of jobs and financial opportunities for the local people. These would provide them with a lot of benefits and helps them improve their lives. It impacts the environment around them positively; It advances the awareness of protecting the natural habitats and intact environments. This means that different communities around the world would be able to build resources without having to do something that could cause harm to the environment. These could increase tourists counts, them being able to explore the untouched, natural environment. 

How does eco-tourism help our oceans? 

Eco-tourism is a tool to increase the ecological concerns of the locals, meaning that eco-tourism is a valuable way of spreading awareness and creating positive changes in biodiversity; Specifically marine preservation. 



1 comment:

  1. Hello Janel
    Good blogpost. I've learnt a lot from your explanation about ecotourism, some I did not even know about! I like that you added a photo and video I can look at and watch, to get more information out.

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