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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AWARDS 2010 LAUNCHES WITH THREE NEW TITLES
Tuesday, 23 Apr, 2010
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The Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards 2010 launches with support from TV traveller Simon Reeve
Nominations are now open for the Responsible Tourism Awards 2010 organised by responsibletravel.com and sponsored by Virgin Holidays. The Awards celebrate tourism ventures around the world that make positive contributions to conservation and the economies of local communities.
Author, broadcaster, and currently circling the world in ‘Tropic of Cancer’ on BBC2, Simon Reeve is supporting this year’s Awards:
"The Responsible Tourism Awards focus attention on travel firms that are providing us all with amazing trips that make a difference to a local community while still protecting the environment and our planet. And they remind us that responsible travel is not only better for our world, it’s also more interesting and memorable. Responsible tourism is the future of travel."
The Awards are now in their seventh year and are the most prestigious of their kind in the world, with 13 categories receiving nominations for 580 tourism organisations, individuals and destinations in 2009. Partners include Metro Newspaper, Geographical Magazine (the magazine of The Royal Geographical Society), and World Travel Market.
Justin Francis, founder of the Awards and Executive Director of responsibletravel.com said: "The Awards are great for showcasing the exciting growth of the responsible tourism movement as it develops into different destinations, new territories and even better experiences. As the movement continues to gather speed in 2010, I’m excited to see that momentum spark the creation of even more authentic travel experiences and genuine community relationships."
How to nominate
Nominations should be made online at www.responsibletourismawards.com or by post to responsibletravel.com, Pavilion House, 6 Old Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1EJ, and include the name and contact details of the nomination, plus up to 200 words on why they should win a Responsible Tourism Award. The category of entry should also be specified (see notes to editors).
Nominations close on: Monday 14th June 2010
Win a holiday to Kenya!
Those individuals who nominate a category winner will be entered into a draw to win a once in a lifetime eight day holiday for two to Kenya (including flights) courtesy of Virgin Holidays. Full details can be found on www.responsibletourismawards.com
Responsible Tourism Award categories
- Best tour operator for local economies – sponsored by Oman Ministry of Tourism *New title and criteria*
- Best accommodation for the environment- sponsored by Tourism Western Australia *New title and criteria*
- Best accommodation for the local community – *New title and criteria*
- Best in a mountain environment – sponsored by Oman Ministry of Tourism
- Best in a marine environment – sponsored by Fiji Visitors’ Bureau
- Best cruise or ferry operator – sponsored by Oman Ministry of Tourism
- Best low carbon transport & technology – sponsored by The Quito Visitors Bureau
- Best for conservation of wildlife & habitats – sponsored by South Australian Tourism Commission
- Best for conservation of cultural heritage – sponsored by Jamaica Tourist Board
- Best for poverty reduction – sponsored by PromPeru
- Best volunteering organisation – sponsored by Swaziland Tourism Authority
- Best destination – sponsored by Oman Ministry of Tourism
- Best personal contribution – sponsored by Oman Ministry of Tourism
Valere Tjolle
Valere Tjolle is editor of the Sustainable Tourism Report Suite, special offer at: www.travelmole.com/stories/1142003.php
Valere
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