Responsible Tourism - South Africa

Motivating Your Visiting Guests 

Economic
Provide information about the levels of local poverty and need for development – hence the importance of spending money in the local economy. 

Social
Showcase local community projects on your notice board. Ask your visitors whether they would support payment towards a community levy or fund. 
Inform your clients how to interact with the local community and respect local culture and customs. Encourage clients to buy crafts that are made locally and to bargain responsibly.

Environmental
Inform guests how they can help with water conservation (e.g. taking showers instead of baths, having linen and towels cleaned only when dirty). 
Provide guests with a list of local natural resources that are being over utilized. Encourage them to buy crafts that are sustain ably produced. 
Encourage guests to contribute to a local nature conservation programe. 
Put separate bins in rooms to encourage guests to separate waste.

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Gerald Crawford was born in South Africa, studied electronics, telecommunication, eco-travel and african travel concepts. He taught responsible tourism in South Africa. If you have any questions or comments please e-mail me on. E-mail Address: [email protected]

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