Tourism has created immeasurable benefits for people around the world. It continues to pump money into markets, create livelihoods for people, broaden minds, and foster understanding between cultures. But for every traveller who enjoys the world, there is someone somewhere who cannot do the same. This Sep 27, make room in the world for everyone to have a good time in coorg resorts. Let the benefits of travel trickle down to all, so that it continues to be an intensive form of education for everyone. Amanvana, a luxury resort in Coorg. With private bungalows on the River Kaveri, a sunken spa, sumptuous cuisine and a wealth of flora and fauna, it’s a tranquil place that’s ideal for those who love quiet adventure.

2. On Sep 27, the world celebrates World Tourism Day (WTD). Why is this
important? Over the years, tourism has become a huge shaper of economies
and societies, bringing jobs and cultural pride to people around the world,
irrespective of race, skin colour or class.

3. Ever since its inception, WTD is celebrated to foster awareness among the
international community of the importance of tourism and its social,
economic and political value. The celebration seeks to highlight tourism’s
potential to contribute to Sustainable Development Goals, addressing some
of the most pressing challenges society is faced with today.

4. In 2016, WTD’s theme is ‘Tourism for all.’ While we all agree that travel
broadens minds by giving us new ideas and experiences, it is also a fact that
over 1 billion differently-abled around the world don’t get to enjoy new
places like the rest of us. As travellers and holiday makers, it is our duty to
ensure everyone gets a chance to enjoy the same places that shape us.

5. What can travellers and resort owners do to make holiday spots enjoyable by
everyone in a sustainable fashion?

6. If you’re a traveller, you can start by
following some of these steps on all
your future travels:
• Don’t use / discard plastic bags. They are
not bio-degradable and affect the
environment in ways that are unalterable
and that will not be usable by future
generations.
• Don’t poach. This not only disturbs the
equilibrium of the environment but it is
also unethical.
• Don’t waste. This is harmful to the
environment. It also degrades the
sanctity of beautiful places.

7. If you’re a resort owner, you can do
your bit with the following:
• Create wheel chair ramps at key places
around the resort so that persons in
wheelchairs can freely and independently
commute around your resort.
• Have grab bars in restrooms.
• Have signs created in braille.
• Provide crutches near swimming pools
and Jacuzzis.
• Include physiotherapy in massage rooms
for those with weak joints.

8. Tourism has created many benefits for people around the world. It continues
to pump money into markets, create livelihoods for people, broaden minds,
and foster understanding between cultures. But for every traveller who
enjoys the world, there is someone somewhere who cannot do the same.

9. This Sep 27, make room in the world for everyone to have a good time. Let
the benefits of travel trickle down to all, so that it continues to be an
intensive form of education for everyone.

10. ABOUT AMANVANA
Amanvana is a luxury spa resort in Coorg. With private bungalows on the
River Kaveri, a sunken spa, sumptuous cuisine and a wealth of flora and
fauna, it’s a tranquil place that’s ideal for those who love quiet adventure.