Part 2 – Ecotourism Now
Parks and protected areas around the world face a growing crisis to cover the costs of their operation and management. It is estimated that at least $ 12-13 billion will be needed in the next decade to mange protected areas in developing countries according to IUCN World Congress documents in 2005. Parks have long been one of the main attractions for the tourism industry, and this trend continues to increase.

Part 1 – Ecotourism 20 Years Ago

In 1989, hundreds of thousands of acres were being added to park systems to conserve ecosystems around the world. International conservation was going into high gear, driven by the rude fact that development was accelerating in the most vulnerable and biodiverse regions of the planet. Conservationists were talking more about preserving the Amazonian rain forest, and less about “saving the panda.”

This site is a place for TIES team to share information and updates on the exciting initiatives we are working on in a simple and fun way, as well as an interactive space where YOU can share your thoughts and ideas! We want to invite many of our members and friends to guest-blog to share their exciting stories about ecotourism and sustainable tourism.