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AUSTRALIAN TOURISM IS HEADING TOWARD A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Key findings from Ecotourism Australia’s inaugural ECO Think | Destination Forum: Australian tourism must focus on collaboration, communication and partnerships to achieve a sustainable future – this was the core message coming out of last month’s inaugural ECO Think | Destination Forum held by Ecotourism Australia (EA) on Gumbaynggirr Country in Coffs Coast and Bellingen Shire.
WELCOME VISIT SUNSHINE COAST TO THE EA BUSINESS COMMUNITY
Located in between Brisbane to the south and the Fraser Coast to the north, the Sunshine Coast region is a home of many beachside towns stretching from the coastal city of Caloundra to the Great Sandy National Park in the north.
QUANDAMOOKA COAST ACHIEVES ECO AND ROC CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to Quandamooka Coast for achieving ECO and ROC Certifications for its Yalingbila Whale Tours and Cultural Guided Land Based Walks. Quandamooka Coast is the tourism arm of QYAC (Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation) who also operate ECO certified Redlands Kayak Tours and ECO, ROC and Climate Action certified Minjerribah Camping.
SOUTH COAST NSW - A PLACE TO REST YOUR SPIRIT
If the stillness of water calms you and vast expanses of unspoilt nature make your spirit soar; if the mention of local oysters, cheese and wine whets your appetite and the idea of a luxurious glamping experience surrounded by paperbark trees is what your holiday dreams are made of, then the sensational South Coast of NSW may be just the destination you didn’t know you needed to discover until now.
NORTHERN TASMANIA – A WORLD OF NATURAL TREASURES.
Only 200km from the mainland of Australia, Northern Tasmania is a treasure trove of natural wonders with stunning landscapes, unique animals and plants and a rich diversity of sea life.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CENTRAL COAST MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE FOR ACHIEVING CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC) for achieving Advanced Ecotourism and Climate Action Business Certification for their Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre, Schools Program and Wings, Whales and Wildflower Tours!
10 ACCESSIBLE, ECO CERTIFIED EXPERIENCES YOU CAN’T MISS
Some travel for adventure, others travel to relax – whatever your reason, I think we can all agree it should be accessible for everyone! We’ve compiled a list of some of our absolute favourite locations and activities that are suitable for varying accessibility levels, wants and needs. Of course, we encourage you to contact these operators before you travel to ensure that they're able to cater to you.
EAST COAST ITINERARY – THE RESPONSIBLE BACKPACKER EDITION
Australia’s east coast is a bucket list destination for nature lovers and adventurers from afar, however many travellers embark on the backpacker budget itinerary with little thought for the environment. Here are our suggestions for a backpacker itinerary of the east coast where you can not only pack light but also tread light by selecting ECO certified products and tours.
GREEN TRAVEL LEADERS SHOW COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY IS GOOD FOR BUSINESS
As of 2018, one third of Ecotourism Australia’s certified operators are Green Travel Leaders, which means they have been certified for 10 years or longer. It’s proof that being sustainable goes beyond just being ‘green’– it’s also about positioning yourself to excel in an increasingly saturated industry.
EAST COAST CRUISES ACHIEVES ECOTOURISM CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to our newest certified operator, East Coast Cruises, for achieving Ecotourism certification for their One Day on Maria - Circumnavigation walking and cruise tour and their One Day on Maria - Ile Des Phoques walking and cruise tour.