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Eco-tourism Telescope BLACK JOHNSON BEACH Black Johnson Beach in Sierra Leone holds a rich history intertwined with the country's cultural heritage and natural beauty. This coastal gem, located near Freetown, was named after a freed slave named Johnson who settled there. Its historical significance stems from being a site where freed slaves from Nova Scotia and Jamaica landed in the early 19th century. The beach's historical narrative provides visitors with insights into Sierra Leone's past, highlighting its role in the transatlantic slave trade and the subsequent resettlement of freed individuals. This cultural heritage aspect makes Black Johnson Beach a significant destination for those interested in African history and heritage tourism. Furthermore, Black Johnson Beach's potential as an eco-tourism site is vast. Its pristine coastline, lush vegetation, and diverse marine life offer opportunities for sustainable tourism development. Eco-conscious travelers can engage in activities like bird-watching, snorkeling in coral reefs, and exploring nearby rainforests, promoting environmental conservation and community involvement. By promoting Black Johnson Beach as an eco-tourism site, we as a nation can harness its historical and natural assets to boost tourism revenue, create employment opportunities for locals, and foster a greater sense of environmental stewardship among visitors. This holistic approach to tourism development ensures that the site's historical significance is preserved while promoting sustainable practices for future generations to enjoy. #Eco-tourism #Tourismbusinessnaallmanbusiness #wewilldeliver ©Dr Kadijatu Grace Kamara Deputy Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs.

I love this year's list of Where to Go in 2025 destinations: It's surprising, thoughtful, and the perfect guide to some of the most interesting, less-touristed places around the world. Want to go deeper? Listen to this week's episode of "Unpacked!" https://lnkd.in/gb3u5cFA

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🌍 Elevate Adventure Tourism with UNO Parks 🚀   Two growing problems persist in today’s society: 🧳Diminishing local tourism — Communities struggle to attract visitors and keep tourism dollars local. 🪑Sedentary lifestyles — People spend more time indoors, missing the physical and mental benefits of outdoor activity.   UNO Parks may be the solution. By creating world-class adventure parks, we bring excitement to local communities, boosting tourism and giving people a reason to engage with nature again. Adventure tourism doesn’t just offer thrills—it builds economies, creates jobs, fosters health, and reconnects us with the outdoors.   Ready to drive local tourism and boost your community? Let’s talk about you acquiring an adventure park📱🌲 #AdventureTourism #EconomicGrowth #NatureExperience #ActiveLiving #CommunityImpact #SustainableTourism

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🚐Estonia. Vast beaches, endless greenery, interesting history and it's quiet and affordable, what more could you want? You can compare it to Sweden, but much cheaper! An ideal country for a campervan holiday. 🚐The capital Tallinn with its beautiful old town, stylish mansions, traditional Estonian culture, cuisine and historical sights is breathtaking. You can even stay overnight in Tallinn's port with your campervan!! Check it with AirInternet® camperinternet on the website of Piritatop. From Tallinn, you can easily travel to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, just take the ferry. 🚐All over the Baltic States you will find beautiful secluded sites where you can spend the night cheaply or even for free. Official campsites are also very cheap for tourists compared to other countries in Europe. But: If you plan to camp in the wild or on a private campsite, keep in mind that there the equipment on campsites is often quite basic. #happy #holiday #estland #tallinn #sauna #internet #airinternet #campersim

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If there is one thing that regional and rural Australia is full off (aside from authentic people!) it's nature based assets. Tourism Research Australia data shows demand for nature-based visitor experiences grew by 47% from 2014 to 2023. Visitation to botanic or public gardens saw the highest growth at 85%, with the popularity of bushwalking and rainforest walks growing by 81%, and national or state park visitation rising by 73%! I have just returned from Cloncurry in Outback Queensland and once again was blown away by the natural beauty - dams and waterholes, Selwyn Ranges, contrasting colours - so many great opportunities to create meaningful visitor experiences that connect them with nature. Are you embracing this demand by creating nature based visitor experiences? #regionaltourism #nature #outbackqueensland

New in-depth Tourism Trends Report for Devon now available 📊 The first in a series of monthly reports that take an in-depth look at the performance of the tourism sector in Devon and Somerset is now available via the South West Visitor Economy Hub website here: https://bit.ly/4etnqrE Key takeaways from the report include: 🌞 Weather impact: Mild temperatures with warmer spells boosted beach and outdoor visits. 🏖 Staycation boom: 72% of visitors came for holidays, with a strong staycation trend due to economic pressures. 🎉 Major events: Sidmouth Folk Festival attracted 175,000+ visitors, and Dartmouth Regatta drove a footfall of 81,000. 🏘 Accommodation: Short-term rentals were at 93% occupancy, up 5% from last year, and daily rates jumped by £35! Access the report for free now: https://bit.ly/4etnqrE #TourismData #BusinessGrowth #SouthWestTourism #SWVEHub | Destination Plymouth | Visit Exeter | Visit Devon | East Devon Tourism Network | Visit Somerset | PASC UK | English Riviera BID Company Ltd | Visit Exmoor | Visit South Devon | Devon and Partners LVEP | North Devon UNESCO Biosphere

Adelaide: cidade moderna do estado de South Australia (Adelaide: modern city in the state of South Australia) https://is.gd/hZ1jyg #adelaide #visitadelaide #australia #tourism #touristdestination #city #southaustralia