The Standard
Sustainable Travel: Ecuador and economies that depend on tourism
Published: 12 October 2024 at 15:00 UTC
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Incredible natural environments, cycling through the trees and living among the clouds. Sustainable travel expert Juliet Kinsman and journalist Jon Weeks discuss the beauty of Ecuador, and how it's a great example of an economy that relies on Tourism. Learn how Ecuador's 'eternal spring' makes the best tasting fruit, and why you should think twice about negative headlines about a destination.
Roque Sevilla, former Mayor of Quito, explains how tourism protects the country's biodiversity and natural environments, and why civil disturbances in Ecuador shouldn't impact your decision to travel there.
Plus, find out what else we're exploring as part of our Sustainable Travel campaign here.
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