Stepping Lightly: The World’s Truly Hidden Sustainable Destinations
Explore five of the world's most remote and authentic sustainable destinations, from the Arfak Mountains to the Isle of Eigg, where community-based tourism directly funds conservation and cultural preservation.
Vietnam's Da Bac District in Hoa Binh Province: Real Homestays Far From the Crowds
A window into ethnic minority life that is often missed by tourists who are only interested in Sapa or Ha Long Bay is offered by the mountainous Da Bac district, which is only a few hours' drive from Hanoi but a world away in terms of tourists.
A true immersion in traditional stilt houses with Red Dao and Muong ethnic minority groups is the "Cool" component.
The Sustainability Model : is is an excellent illustration of a well-run Community-Based Tourism (CBT) initiative. In order to host guests in their homes, local families—many of whom belong to the Muong or Red Dao ethnic groups—are given support and training. Above all, the project's social enterprise ensures that each participating village gets an equal portion of the profits. Because you're not only making a reservation but also contributing to the preservation of local dialects, traditional crafts, and agricultural practices, staying here creates a sustainable counterbalance to the demands of outside development.
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