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Xposure arouses curiosity about the dark side of wildlife tourism
Sharjah 24: The scale of the suffering endured by animals at wildlife tourist attractions around the world sparked curiosity and deepened empathy for 8-year-old Saif Ibrahim as he watched a documentary on the subject during the sixth…
The wildlife tourism market will see massive growth from Wild Planet Adventures, Ker & Downey…
This report analyzes key companies globally and major regions, and splits the Animal Tourism market by product type and applications/end industries, which provides expert and in-depth analysis of key business trends and prospects for…
Top Five Chinese Provinces for Wildlife Tourism
The Meili Snow Mountains in China reach a maximum elevation of 22,110 feet.
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China may be best known as the home of the famous giant panda, but this legendary Asian nation has so much more to it than…
Sixth Mass Extinction, Indigenous Wildlife Tourism, and Exxon’s Net Zero Plans
Want to dip your toes into sustainable investing as part of your financial resolutions this year? This new digital toolkit will help you get started. In this bi-weekly roundup from Landscape News, we delve into dirty laundry, satire from…
The Best Wildlife Tourism Destinations You Can Drive To In South India
Dense forests are found in abundance in southern India. Most of them are located on the slopes of the western ghats and are rich in local flora and fauna only in the region. Due to the…
Dusit partners with World Animal Protection to help promote responsible wildlife tourism
Pictured (left to right): Mr. Siradej Donavanik, Vice President of Operations, Dusit International, Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, Group Managing Director, Dusit…
Dusit to help promote responsible wildlife tourism
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has partnered with World Animal Protection, one of the world's leading non-profit animal welfare organizations.
World Animal Protection has pushed…
The NE has enormous potential for border tourism, wildlife tourism: Bhatt | Morung Express
International Tourism Mart opens in Nagaland
Our correspondentKohima | November 27
A 9th three-day International Tourism Market (ITM) for the North East region under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism of the…
The need for colorful stories
When a potential tourist calls a hotel or travel agency to inquire about wildlife attractions in Sri Lanka, more often than not the sales staff are just giving directions and mentioning animals that might be sighted, to the point of view.…
Obituary: a pioneer of Shetland wildlife tourism
AFTER school in Acton, West London, Elizabeth Crichton Weir-Breen attended Secretarial College in Edinburgh. Her first job was the senior personal assistant to the managers of the Guardbridge paper mill in Fife, before moving in 1973 to…
“Eyes of the Orangutan” explores the dark side of wildlife tourism
Did you know that humans and orangutans share around 96% of their DNA? Unfortunately, the human characteristics and intelligence of the apes have contributed to their popularity as attractions in zoos and entertainment…
Explore Okefenokee Swamp, Georgia’s Top Wildlife Tourist Destination
When it comes to rich biodiversity and pristine natural beauty, the United States is home to a plethora of incredible destinations scattered across all 50 states. While iconic national parks like Denali, Death Valley and the grand…
Merger of wildlife tourism companies | Otago Daily Times News Online
Two of the oldest wildlife tourism operators established in Dunedin have merged.The decision by Monarch Wildlife Cruises and Elm Wildlife Tours was prompted by the legacy of Covid-19 on the tourism industry.
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20 Best National Parks for Wildlife Tourism in India Photo Gallery
01 / 20/news/india/20-best-national-parks-for-wildlife-tourism-in-india/eventshow/84142814.cms01Corbett National Park, UttarakhandCorbett National Park, formerly known as "Hailey National Park", was established in 1936 to protect tigers…
The best Spanish destinations for wildlife tourism
The Iberian lynx was threatened with extinction just 20 years ago, but populations are slowly recovering ... in recent years.
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While Spain has gained worldwide fame for its bustling cities, gorgeous…
Hunting and fishing commissioners embrace wildlife tourism | Open spaces
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JACKSON - Gay Lynn Byrd couldn't quite remember the last time she laid eyes on the Tetons,…
The best Indian national parks for wildlife tourism
Asian lions have a thinner mane than their African counterparts.
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While India is full of bustling cities, ornate temples, and ancient ruins, no trip to the country is complete without visiting one of the…
Without a word on Covid guidelines, animal tourism spared for now | Nagpur News
Nagpur: The statewide restrictions that took effect on Monday will not impact wildlife tourism unless the respective district collectors place special orders. Park managers have put the ball in the court of the district collectors who head…
Five Underrated Wildlife Tourism Destinations Across The United States In Honor Of World Wildlife…
Polar bears typically feed on seals, but have also been recorded hunting beluga, reindeer, and musk ... beef.
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The United States is perhaps best known for its captivating cities that stretch from…
Thailand’s top destinations for wildlife tourism
The Asian elephant is the national animal of Thailand, although heavy deforestation has caused their ... numbers have fallen over the past century.
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Editor's Note: * Due to the current Covid-19…
Arunachal: D. Ering Wildlife Sanctuary has potential for wildlife tourism – Marine Commander
ADVERTISING PASIGHAT (By-Maksam Tayeng): Visiting the D. Ering Wildlife Sanctuary Borguli Game Reserve here today, Navy Commander KVS Bhadana of Mumbai Naval Dock said that D. Ering Wildlife Sanctuary (DEWS) could become a Hotspot of…
The problem of wildlife tourism and how to travel responsibly
Wildlife tourism has been roughly estimated to contribute to 20 to 40% of all world tourism. Unfortunately, most animal tourist attractions "Have!-->!-->…
Here’s why this Odisha naturalist thinks wildlife tourism will peak now
Durgesh | (Photo: Durgesh Kumar Singh)
It's time for wildlife tourism to shine, especially with people avoiding crowded places and escaping into the forests (like the few…
The Covid-19 hits the wildlife tourism market
The wildlife tourism season in India lasts around nine months, from the beginning of October to the end of June. In July, when the monsoon season begins, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries close their…
‘Wildlife tourism during Covid will be a revelation’ | Nagpur News
Naturalist Himanshu Bagde (42) started his career in sales and marketing in a multinational organization, but quit his job in 2009 to pursue his passion for the forest and tigers. Bagde has seen more than 500 tigers in Indian jungles over…
The Lion’s Share provides lifeline to wildlife tourism communities as COVID-19 jeopardizes…
New York – The Lion's Share today announced new grants to support communities dependent on wildlife-based tourism - an industry that employs millions of people and is essential to wildlife conservation around the world, but which has been…
Lion’s Share offers lifeline for wildlife tourism communities as COVID-19 jeopardizes…
new York - The Lion's Share today announced new grants to support communities dependent on wildlife-based tourism - an industry that employs millions of people and is essential to the conservation of wildlife around the world, but which…
Seven underrated countries with incredible potential for wildlife tourism
Chile's Torres del Paine National Park is home to a wide range of endemic species of sea plants and birds.
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Is animal tourism essential? | Condé Nast Traveler India
In recent months, wildlife tourism, like almost all other types of travel, has suddenly come to a halt thanks to the pandemic. And the worry is that in the absence of tourists, the closure of India's national parks will give poachers…
Wildlife tourism has the potential to transform conservation • Earth.com
Experts at University of Helsinki report that wildlife tourism has enormous potential to support conservation efforts. Failure to encourage tourists to do more for wildlife, according to the study's authors, represents a missed…
The surprising advantages of wildlife tourism
Animal tourism is a major activity, representing 20 to 40% of the net worth of the entire tourism industry. However, this type of tourism can also have a negative impact on animal populations and their habitats. As people flock…
Wildlife tourism can pose disease threat to wildlife
Tourism is a powerful conservation tool, but when people get too close it can also facilitate the spread of dangerous pathogens.…
As wildlife tourism comes to a halt, who will pay for nature conservation?
Johan Robinson, head of the Biodiversity and Land Degradation Unit of the Global Environment Facility at UN Environment, advocates the need for a system that provides adequate financial support to the poorest countries to conserve…
The coronavirus threat to tourism and wildlife conservation
I wrote a World Guide to Ecotourism when I was a young journalist in Japan. The premise now seems obvious, but in Japan at that time, it was still a new concept. Tourism is based on the natural and human assets of its destination. It…
Into the dubious world of animal tourism
The place is Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo in Thailand. It's 2018. An emaciated four-year-old elephant stands in the bowels of a show stadium with an untreated gash on his temple. One of his legs is bent and badly swollen;…
Animal tourism in South Africa hit hard by coronavirus
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The closure of country borders in an attempt to contain the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is already strongly affecting the local ecotourism sector.
This was according to Wiaan van der…
Madhya Pradesh reiterates its focus on wildlife tourism
The nature-rich central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, considered the 'Tiger State of India', reiterated its focus on wildlife tourism and strengthening its continued efforts to tackle the threats of climate change and global warming by…
Madhya Pradesh to put more emphasis on wildlife tourism and plans to create 11 more protected areas
NEW DELHI: Madhya Pradesh, India's Tiger State, reiterated its focus on wildlife tourism and strengthens its continued efforts to tackle the threats of climate change and global warming with a focus on wildlife conservation and improving…
MP reiterates focus on wildlife tourism, tackling climate change threats through wildlife…
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Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh)/New Delhi March 2 (ANI/NewsSee): Madhya Pradesh,…
Wildlife Tourism Market: Beat Growth Expectations |
Animal tourism marketThe case study: The animal tourism market has seen continuous growth over the past few years and is expected to grow further during the forecast period (2019-2025). The assessment…
Animal Tourism Case Study, 2020 – Animal Tourism Contributed 4.4% To Tourism GDP And Provided…
DUBLIN - (COMMERCIAL THREAD)--The "Case study: wildlife tourism" report was added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer.
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This type of niche tourism stimulates the local economy of a destination. According to the WTTC, in…
A new approach to stimulate animal tourism
Sri Lanka is perhaps the only country where both the largest land mammal and the largest marine mammal could be sighted within 24 hours. Known as a biodiversity hotspot, with many species of flora and fauna, of which about a quarter are…
Sri Lanka named best destination in Asia for animal tourism in the Top Asia Corporate ball 2019, and…
The New Year 2020 has started with a fresh start and good vibes for Sri Lanka as the island destination won its first prize of the year, as Asia's best destination for animal tourism at the Top…
How to make sure the wildlife tourism you participate in is ethical
Disclaimer: This article contains images that some readers may find offensive.
Animal tourism is becoming an increasingly popular form of travel, especially for those who hope to discover animals in their unique surroundings.
However, not…
An ethical guide to wildlife tourism | London Evening Standard
PDaring with Sedated Tigers and Instagraming Elephant Bath Time in a "Sanctuary"? Forget what you know about wildlife tourism.Whether it's travel agencies partnering with green charities, Kalahari conservation trips, or citizen science…
Integrate residents into the animal tourism value chain
Have you ever heard of Malka Mari National Park or Bisanadi National Reserve? These two gems are part of the 24 national parks and 31 national reserves on the lands of Kenya. National parks are spread over 17 counties while national…
The ugly side of wildlife tourism
With the growing popularity of Instagram and the âselfieâ came the search for the ultimate photo.
People even died try to get the ultimate photo.
Today, a growing industry providing access to animals in…
The bad side of animal tourism
Animals and âselfiesâ are perhaps the two most common types of photos on social media. So it's perhaps no surprise…
Global wildlife tourism generates five times more annual income than illegal wildlife trade
In 2018, wildlife tourism directly contributed $ 120.1 billion to global GDP, compared to $ 23 billion in revenue attributed to the illegal wildlife trade, or 5.2 times more, according to a new study by World Travel & Tourism…
How advisors can responsibly participate in wildlife tourism
Over the years, travel and tourism have become one of the largest and fastest growing industries in the world, with a global economic contribution of nearly $ 8 trillion. In addition,…
Why animal tourism is important | National Geographic
Right away, Elephant Valley Thailand felt different. The property, nestled in the forest on the outskirts of Chiang Rai, a small town in northern Thailand, was the fifth elephant attraction I had visited in a week. I had seen shows where…
Suffering Invisible: The Dark Truth Behind Wildlife Tourism
In Ban Ta Klang, a small town in eastern Thailand, modest houses dot the crimson earth. In front of each is a large bamboo platform for sitting, sleeping and watching TV.
But the first thing I notice is the elephants. Some houses have…
The dark side of animal tourism: animals subjected to horrific and inhuman conditions in the name of…
What are the first things that come to mind when you think about wildlife tourism? Interacting with the world famous elephants at Maetaman Elephant Adventure Park near Chiang Mai in northern Thailand? Swimming with the dolphins of the…
Save Wildlife Tourism: Back to Nature – The Himalayan Times – Nepal’s No.1 English…
Save wildlife tourism: let's get back to nature
As we have introduced modern amenities into a glut of our eco-friendly businesses, nature lodges in other…
Tips for responsible wildlife tourism
Travelers love animals. We want to get closer to them and learn more about them. But the reality that many tourists don't see is that in order to stay in business, animal encounters, such as elephant rides and photo ops with tigers, rely…
Team of Experts Ready to Study Wildlife and Tourism – The Himalayan Times –…
A team of experts ready to study wildlife and tourism
Jajarkot May 11A team of experts from the National Nature Conservation Trust reached Dolpa and…
The guidelines seek responsible tourism for marine wildlife
MANILA - The Biodiversity Management Office (BMB) of the Ministry of the Environment plans to finalize the guidelines on marine wildlife tourism (MWT) in the country in the near…
Sri Lanka opens Bengal tiger safari park to boost wildlife tourism
Colombo, February 25 (newsin.asia) - Sri Lanka's Ministry of Tourism has launched a Bengal tiger safari park in Hambantota, in the south of the island, with the aim of promoting Sri Lanka as a that safari destination, Ceylon Today reported…
The United States ranks among the best in the world for wildlife tourism, with Canada in tenth
In a new wildlife travel index, the United States beats South Africa and Kenya for first place, with Canada in tenth place.…
New players in animal tourism
Dunedin's wildlife tourism industry is expected to become increasingly crowded as three new players plan deals on the port and Otago Peninsula.All three will be led by people who have worked as captains on the Monarch sightseeing vessel,!--break-->…
Shannon Wildlife Tourism Park Owlcatraz Reaches Its Maturity
MURRAY WILSON / STUFFOwlcatraz owners Janette and Ross Campbell are celebrating 21 years at the helm of the Shannon business. Owlcatraz Wildlife Park owners in Shannon are celebrating 21 years in business, but things have been tough…
New parks planned to increase wildlife tourism in Tanzania
In an effort to attract more tourists from the wildlife resources, Tanzania National Parks have allocated 5 game reserves to be turned into National Parks for Tanzania Wildlife Photography Tourism.
Once classified as a full national park,…
How does wildlife tourism affect the animals it targets? – ScienceDaily
A new study in Conservation physiology, published by Oxford University Press, reveals that white shark activity increases dramatically when animals interact with cage dive operators.
Over the past decades, animal tourism has grown rapidly…
Report reveals animal abuse at almost ALL of Bali’s wildlife sights – Travel Weekly
A new report from World Animal Protection (WAP) paints a grim picture of wildlife tourism in Bali.
The Wildlife amusement parks The report presents the results of a survey of 26 wildlife tourist spots in Bali, Lombok…
Endangered Asian lion faces new threat: wildlife tourism around Gir
The growing population and the lion's dispersal outside of Gir have spurred unregulated wildlife tourism
I love lions. I love watching them, âsaid a farmer I interviewed in Dalkhaniya village in Amreli…
Kenyan reserve benefits from mix of wildlife, tourism and cows | The independent
Dry grass and occasional shrubs dot Endana, a sprawling rural village about an hour's drive from the town of Nanyuki in Kenya's Laikipia County. Usually a dry area, there is little agricultural activity.Here, rugged terrain prevails and…
Amazon wildlife tourism and selfie controversy – the Durango Herald
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Controversy over wildlife tourism and selfies in the Amazon | News
Are you planning to visit the Amazon? You might want to consider the wildlife selfie controversy before…
Seward, Alaska is a premier wildlife tourism destination
SEWARD, ALASKA â By the time we spot the Kodiak Killers, we've seen plenty of them already. Sailing to Reservation Bay in a large catamaran, wildlife seems drawn to our boat. Crawling through beautiful and tiny Emerald…
Wildlife tourism can be an effective conservation tool: Expert
Although successful, most tiger reserves in India are small and tigers protected within their boundaries are not viable.
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Sagaing region struggles to launch wildlife tourism project amid scarce funds
U Than Htay, a member of the Regional Tourism Development Committee, said Sagaing is home to the second largest protected area in the country and is home to two famous wildlife sanctuaries - Mahamyaing and Htamanthi Wildlife…
The hidden face of wildlife tourism: thousands of Asian elephants held in cruel conditions
Bangkok: Thousands of elephants used for entertainment across Asia are kept in cruel and abusive conditions fueled by the growing tourism industry, a new report from World Animal Protection revealed Thursday.Three in four elephants!--PSTYLE=WTX>…
Anshi Karnataka National Park, Wildlife tourism, Karnataka
Anshi National Park is an evergreen tropical rainforest located in the North Kannada district of Karnataka. The park covering an area of ââ340 km² is considered the most endangered…
Kenya drought harms wildlife and tourism
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Drought is affecting East Africa's parks and game reserves, as well as the creatures that reside there. The Kenya Wildlife Service says dozens of animals have already died from the lack of water.
Last month, the government…
Building a wolf economy: Wildlife tourism fuels Manitoba’s economy
In February 2012, a team of people from Spirit Way Inc.
In February 2012, a team of people from Spirit Way Inc., University College of the North, Travel Manitoba, Wildlife Society / Manitoba and Frontiers North Adventures met…
Indian Railways First Animal Sightseeing Train – Tiger Express
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Yesterday, on World Environment Day, Union Rail Minister Suresh Prabhu left the Tiger Trail circuit train from Safdarjung station in Delhi. He…
The 10 most cruel types of wildlife tourism to cross off your list
From elephant rides to selfies with monkeys, we've all seen the social media posts of friends on vacation visiting animal attractions.
But for some of us, after this first stroke of astonishment (âshe cuddles a…
Wildlife tourism could be “domestic” wild animals
Protected wild areas receive eight billion visitors a year. And that's right on earth. Underwater reserves add millions more to the tally. Which, given that these are "protected" areas, seems like an insane number of people.
"This is…
Lion “Factory Farms” and the dark side of animal tourism
Nicole Paquette is vice president of wildlife protection at the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). She contributed this article to Live Science Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights.As global outrage continues to grow over the…
Challenges for wildlife tourism
A British tour guide was attacked by a leopard in South Africa's Kruger National Park this week. The leopard was 6 feet away when tourists from the safari vehicle lost sight of it. The leopard circled around the driver's side and…
Animal tourism in Virunga gives new hope to Congo | Public holidays in the Democratic Republic of…
ANear years of civil war that claimed the lives of more than six million people and a long history of corruption and political instability, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is not on many travelers' lists.But now there is a very good…
Sustainable wildlife tourism is a positive force for conservation and savings, expert says
If done correctly, wildlife tourism can have a positive influence on how economies develop and view their wildlife and biodiversity, according to Dr Michael Hutchins, who has extensive experience in the wildlife industry and is an expert…
How wildlife tourism and zoos can protect animals in the wild
Big Ritchie looks up from his pile of bananas, unfazed by the flock of tourists taking his picture. Stretched around him, mother orangutans * and their fluffy orange babies affectionately groom each other, chase each other, hang…
Why do we need to rethink animal tourism | Ethical holidays
Does the first-hand experience of magnificent wild animals in their natural habitat deepen our connection to nature? Almost certainly. Does it change our behavior towards the environment as a whole? Occasionally. Are these moments…
Big money! UK wildlife tourism boosted during deer rutting season
Big money! UK wildlife tourism gets a boost as deer rutting season begins By Catherine Eade Posted: 8:14 a.m. EDT, September 18, 2013 | Update: 8:14 a.m. EDT, September 18, 2013 Britain is in turmoil for the woods!-->…
Increase in animal tourism: a positive step towards conservation
Like the two phases of a coin, wildlife tourism is also peppered with two perceptions. According to one opinion, wildlife must be separated from tourism, in order to protect endangered species. On the other hand, another school of…