The tourism is one of the most important economic activities in the world. There are millions of companies dedicated to this sector: catering businesses, transport, hotels and many other related businesses, transport, hotels and many other related businesses. In fact, tourism is one of the tourism is one of the sectors most resistant to economic crises and one of the most significant in Spain, since, according to studies by the National Statistics Institute (Instituto according to studies by the National Institute of Statistics (INE), tourism has generated a total of 125 million euros in generated a total of 125,529 million euros in 2018, which represents 11.2% of GDP, in addition to 11.2% of GDP, as well as being a valuable source for generating 13.3% of national employment. national employment. In other words, in Spain 2.5 million people make a living from tourism.
Without However, all the economic benefits that tourism generates are not significant in terms of caring for the environment. What happens to all those natural environments in which accommodations are built to natural environments where accommodations are built to promote tourism? tourism? The hospitality industry often generates a negative impact on the environment pollution of natural reserves, inappropriate use of resources, direct consequences on the local of resources, direct consequences on the local population... This is why in recent years it has become increasingly sustainable tourism has become increasingly popular in recent years .
What exactly do we mean by sustainable tourism?
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) defines sustainable tourism as "tourism that takes full account of current and future economic, social and environmental impacts to meet the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities" A definition that we share and defend, sinceat Vayoil Textil we work with raw materials that take into account their impact on the environment.
Although sustainable tourism is a trend that is increasingly worldwide, there are a few specific tourist destinations that are positioning themselves in the sustainability ranking. of sustainability. We tell you which ones they are and why they have earned the the accolade of being among the most sustainable destinations in the world.
Palau, the king of sustainability.
Among the Top Green Destinations , this small but paradisiacal archipelago in western Oceania could not be missing. It was the winner of the ITB Earth Award during the ITB Berlin fair for implementing very intelligent sustainability measures.
Its crystalline waters, reefs with great biodiversity and lush vegetation and its lush vegetation make it a tourist destination (but not very well known). tourist destination. Palau lives off tourism, but this island nation has its priorities clear and has set priorities and has set a series of rules that all visitors must comply with if they want to enjoy it. if he wants to enjoy it.
Tourists must take an oath called Palau Pledge: consists of a written commitment to ensure a stay based on sustainable a written commitment to ensure a stay based on sustainable practices. From 2020, measures such as a ban on the use of sunscreens measures such as the prohibition of the use of sunscreens that may be toxic to marine biodiversity and the elimination of disposable plastic toxic to marine biodiversity and the elimination of disposable plastics throughout the country. throughout the country.
Ljubljana, the most sustainable city.
Neither London, Madrid nor Rome, the most sustainable city in Europe is the unknown Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia. This city has been considered one of the most sustainable green capitals in the world since 2016. most sustainable green capitals in the world. Since then, Ljubljana has been working to create greater environmental awareness environmental awareness and implement measures such as a sustainable urban transport system and a zero waste sustainable urban transport system and a zero waste program that commits to separating at least three-quarters of the waste at least three-quarters of the waste collected by 2025.
Another of the plus points of this city is that it is very green, literally. More than 46% of the city's area is covered by native forests, making it a city with a real green heart. a city with a real green heart.
Guyana, a leader in ecotourism.
Impressive waterfalls, rainforest and one of the best places on the planet to enjoy nature. nature. Guyana is a country located on the northern coast of South America, right next to Venezuela. Although it is one of the smallest countries in Latin America Latin America, it is worth mentioning its great commitment to sustainability.
This country has already begun implementing the Green State Development strategy: Vision 2040, a policy proposed by the UN Environment that promotes a green economy aimed at reduce dependence on limited resources and invest in green sectors.
Undoubtedly, sustainable sustainable tourism is growing every day. It is necessary to think about the the effects that our businesses have on the environment the environment and think of tangible solutions that we can implement. It is in our hands to take care of the planet, our home. We are already doing our bit. We are already doing our bit. How about you?
