Ortiqova Sadoqat

Ortiqova Sadoqat
What is ecotourism? Traveling and business
In recent years, the growth of interest in responsible travel has outpaced that of traditional sun/sand tourism by an increasingly wide margin.
With some experts estimating that ecotourism now represents 11.4% of all consumer spending, these sorts of questions have become more and more common. And, as we continue to see more negative impacts of mass tourism on beloved destinations around the world, the answers to these questions will become increasingly vital.
Part of the confusion surrounding sustainable travel is the plethora of names being used for it within the industry.
Ecotourism, a movement that began to take shape back in the 1980s, is the oldest and most commonly used word for it. More recent industry buzzwords include sustainable tourism, green tourism, nature tourism, responsible tourism, ethical tourism, mindful travel, conscious travel, pro-poor tourism, and many others.
Regardless of what you call it, the central concepts that these philosophies share in common are that the travel industry as a whole should adopt more environmentally friendly practices, protect the natural and cultural heritage of a destination, and support local communities.
Regardless of what you call it, the central concepts that these philosophies share in common are that the travel industry as a whole should adopt more environmentally friendly practices, protect the natural and cultural heritage of a destination, and support local communities.
With the United Nations designating 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, this seems like a great time to deepen the conversation about what ecotourism is and why it’s important for the future of travel.
Here we’ll explain the definition of ecotourism, examine its history and evolution, explore its core principles and benefits, and look at 10 ways that each of us as responsible travelers can ensure our adventures ultimately make a positive impact.
Living in an era where technology has taken us to new levels of communication, some people question their need for business travel at all. Video conferencing and Skype are fantastic ways to communicate when remote working, but when it comes to business crunching nothing quite beats real life human interaction. There are four key things to think about when it comes to the importance of business travel.
PUTTING A FACE TO A NAME
Face-to-face meetings are important when it comes to closing business deals and making important decisions. Previous research carried out by Oxford Economics has found that the rate of converting prospects to actual customers nearly doubles when a face-to-face meeting is added. Understandably, some Fortune 100 companies won’t sign any contracts without a face-to-face meeting between company leaders, why would they?
OPPORUNITY
When you are out of the office for business you have the freedom to meet and interact with people you wouldn’t have from your computer screen. It’s easy to to strike up a conversation with someone you have no direct relationship with at all, it happens in everyday life. Whether it’s on a station platform, someone in front of you in a queue or you are introduced by a mutual friend – you could find there are synergies between your industries or businesses. By stepping out of the office environment you instantly broadening your options and uncovering multiple avenues of opportunity.
HUMAN INTERACTION
One of the main reasons why business travel is important is the personal interaction that builds good foundations for a future or existing relationship. This can also reduce miscommunication, and encourage almost a sense of unity. Written communication on tricky subjects can often be read differently to the way the it was intended. Having a physical meeting around the same subject is so much more beneficial in understanding each other’s communication skills.
LEADERSHIP
Two key players of leadership are the ability to inspire others to have assurance in you and your company and to encourage others, even if you lack authority. To enable this, you need to be visible to both with colleagues and with your clients. Taking the time out to travel and meet with people in-person can help them see you are invested in their success.
TECHNOLOGY
Technology is good for several reasons and without it, we probably wouldn’t have business to travel for. It is however important to understand that technology is not a substitute for standing inform of your customers. Business Travel is still the best way to result in great relationships, and working towards new business opportunities.
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