Definition of ecotourism
:the practice of touring natural habitats in a manner meant to minimize ecological impact
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A spectacular aggregation of sharks brings good fortune to Indonesian fisherman—and attracts ecotourism dollars that may be the key to their continued survival.
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This could lead a surge in Brevard County's ecotourism , say local boosters, and help shore up an economy battered by loss of space shuttle jobs.
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The report urged renewed support for efforts aimed at making it easier for the fishing industry to get in on ecotourism game.
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Researchers hope the kitten can help spur local awareness of the cats and maybe draw in some ecotourism.
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Becker says its offshoots include ecotourism, which supports conservation efforts, and adventure travel, the mountain climbing and kayaking trips that make a physical challenge out of your vacation.
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Ecotourism, adventure tourism, agritourism, and spiritual tourism are fast-growing trends.
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In the past six years, small ecotourism businesses like Thompson’s have sprung up, cashing in on the white bear bonanza.
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The concession is leased from five villages through the Okavango Community Trust in a partnership that ensures that the benefits of ecotourism are shared with rural stakeholders.
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First Known Use of ecotourism
1980
ECOTOURISM Defined for English Language Learners
ecotourism
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Definition of ecotourism for English Language Learners
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: the practice of traveling to beautiful natural places for pleasure in a way that does not damage the environment there
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See words that rhyme with ecotourism Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about ecotourism
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