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Tourism can provide communities with so many tools necessary to promote resilience to climate change, cultural dilution, and more. In the industry, we get so distracted by the negative effects of tourism that we often forget that travel businesses have an immense potential to inspire positive change when developed mindfully. I can’t think of a better day than today (Global Tourism Reslience Day) to explore some of the ways that tourism can be used to create a better world. When you book responsible vacations, you support the creation of co-benefits like these!

Today is Global Tourism Resilience Day! When planned mindfully, your travel can contribute to the development of more resilient communities. Swipe through to learn how tourism can help communities adapt to climate change, preserve culture, and boost local economies. #globaltourismresilienceday #ecotourism #responsibletravel #resilience #sustainabletravel #easypeasy #ecpctravel #localtravel

In honor of the International Day of Women in STEM, we want to introduce our co-founders, Kat Orellana and Annie Combs, MESM. They bonded over their love of travel as they studied the effects of tourism on both people and the planet. Their research inspired the creation of ECPC Travel! Nearly four years since their initial idea for a better tourism system was written on a whiteboard at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management - University of California, Santa Barbara- they remain committed to creating a more equitable and sustainable travel industry. ECPC's providers support women-led research efforts, female-founded businesses, and organizations that empower young women to seek an education in STEM. As a woman-owned company, we know that we must keep young girls dreaming of a better world and working to build the skills they need to create it. When you travel with us, 90% of your dollars go directly to these companies, enhancing their ability to protect nature, uplift their communities, and inspire the next generation of sustainability professionals. #sustainabletravel #womeninstem #internationaldayofwomeninstem #responsibletravel #girlpower #thefutureisfemale #localtravel #equitabletravel

The French Riviera is banning large cruise ships. If you hoped to have a South of France summer on a mega-ship, you'll have to opt for a smaller-scale vacation. This Travel Weekly article has everything you need to know about the upcoming ban and what it could mean for tourists and travel companies alike. The ban reflects Europeans' growing frustration with the summer surge of tourists that leaves their hometowns overcrowded. #southoffrance #europeantourism #cruising #overtourism #responsibletourism #sustainabletourism

There are SO many reasons to travel slowly. Swipe through to see a few reasons why a slow travel experience is more authentic. #slowtravel #authentic #ecotourism #responsibletourism

A new year also means that governments around the world are launching new requirements for travelers. As the summer travel planning season heats up, check out this ABC News article to make sure that you have everything you need to visit a destination before you book. #visa #tourism #traveltips

In addition to being less crowded and more affordable, an off-season vacation is often more responsible than a trip to your favorite destination during the high season. Swipe through to learn more about why off-season travel is so underrated for communities, the environment, and your wallet. #offseason #hiddengems #travel #sustainabletravel #responsibletravel #localtravel

With overtourism on the rise and colder destinations becoming a hot travel trend, it is no surprise that some of our neighbors to the North are getting creative about giving their homes a break from visitors. The Faroe Islands are "closing" to everyone but 80 lucky voluntourists during the peak travel season to let grass regrow and locals regroup. This Afar article gives you all the details you need to know about the program, how to apply, and why it's happening (again). Learn more about this interesting approach to sustainable visitor management when you click the link below. #faroeislands #coolcation #sustainabletourism #sustainablestrategy #contest #volunteers

Destinations with colder weather are extremely vulnerable to climate change, so how can we ensure that our Coolcations don't accidentally melt the icebergs and glaciers we are so eager to see? There are a few ways to reduce your impact as you head north (or far south) for an opportunity to wear your favorite jacket. Swipe through to see how you can Coolcation responsibly. #coolcation #wintertravel #responsibletravel #sustainabletravel #traveltrends #traveltips #climatechange #environmentalist

Many of us in the tourism industry keep seeing the buzzword "Coolcation." But, what exactly is a Coolcation? Let's start with the basics. A Coolcation is a trip focused specifically on travel to a location with colder weather because travelers experiencing the effects of global warming are growing sick of the heat. A trip to cooler locations like Scandinavia, Patagonia, and Alaska are trending as people feel a reduced need to escape milder winters. Those of us in warm locations yearn for cooler weather as temperatures hit record highs across the globe. So, why does this trend matter? It shows that, even if we don't necessarily notice it, global warming affects where we choose to travel. Want to learn how to Coolcation responsibly? Check out tomorrow's post for more details! #coolcation #wintertravel #coolweather #climatechange #sustainabletravel #responsibletravel #traveltrends