Eco-tourism

Ecotourism is defined as "Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people. The basic principles and good practices of ecotourism are slowly beginning to spread. Even major international hotel chains, tour operators and attraction providers are starting to adopt environmentally responsible practices, such as recycling, use of renewable energy sources, water-conservation schemes and safe waste disposal Ecotourism theoretically means travel that benefits the environment, the local community and the visitor, but in practice is often used by tour guides to market any type of tourism that involves nature. From community-based tourism with indigenous societies to guided tours into pristine rain forests, the term ecotourism is generally applied to many types of vacations that involve visiting natural areas and leaving as little trace of your presence as possible. I strongly agree that ecotourism will bring more benefits to the local people because of the next reasons: gives benefits to the local communities, environmental conservation, and cultural preservation. Firstly, ecotourism gives benefits to the local communities. Community members stay involved at all stages of the process, empowering them while encouraging travelers to their areas. Moreover, the projects create jobs locally, reducing the need for young people to leave home to look for work in the cities. Ecotourism helps create a better appreciation of the world's natural resources, such as landscapes, wildlife and coral reefs. This stimulates a desire to protect the natural environment through the creation of national parks, wildlife preserves and marine parks. Funding for conservation work is generated by tourists through sources such as park entrance fees, camping fees, local taxes and safari tours. Ecotourism can also assist in the battle to protect the ecosystems of developing countries by providing alternative sources of