Great places ferryville presentation 6 28-10lauraebrown
The document discusses strategies for tourism development in rural communities like Ferryville. It outlines five strategies: 1) creating a tourism development plan, 2) partnering with other communities and organizations, 3) improving first impressions through beautification and hospitality training, 4) celebrating local history and culture, and 5) creating activities for visitors. It also summarizes the results of a secret shopper visit between Ferryville and Alma, identifying opportunities and challenges for Ferryville tourism.
Great places ferryville presentation 6 28-10lauraebrown
The document discusses strategies for tourism development in rural communities like Ferryville. It recommends that communities 1) create a tourism development and marketing plan, 2) work in partnerships with other organizations, and 3) recognize their unique identity and sense of place to appeal to visitors. A First Impressions visit to Ferryville identified its beautiful natural setting and views as strengths but noted challenges around the small population, lack of businesses and services, and need to attract more travelers passing through.
Volunteer tourism involves travellers participating in volunteer work, such as conservation or development projects, in local communities they visit. It provides benefits like self-actualization and helping local development. Nepal is a case study as it relies on foreign aid and tourism due to its poverty and damage from earthquakes. Volunteer tourism could help rebuild Nepal through community work, teaching, animal rescue, building homes, cultural preservation, disaster relief, and medical or construction assistance.
Backpacking with a Purpose: Voluntourism Workshop for INKspireJustine Abigail
This document discusses the opportunities and challenges of voluntourism. It notes that while voluntourism has become a multi-billion dollar industry, it often perpetuates systems of oppression, imposes Western ideals, and uses unskilled volunteers. However, it can also create meaningful cultural exchange and social change when done responsibly. The document provides suggestions for ethical voluntourism, including having realistic expectations, volunteering only for community-requested projects, learning about the local culture and context before serving, and ensuring the organization assesses volunteers and is transparent about costs and partnerships.
Volunteer tourism involves travelers visiting destinations to take part in community projects, such as conservation work, development work, or medical assistance. It benefits both individuals and society. For individuals, volunteer tourism allows participants to complete their goal of travel while learning from local communities and feeling that they have made a positive difference. For society, volunteer tourism provides contributions in social, economic, and cultural areas. However, volunteer tourism also faces hurdles such as financial costs prohibiting some from participating. Several organizations place volunteers in projects around the world.
Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC) (http://www.ecotourismconference.org/) presentation by Director, Spirit of Japan Travel, presented in September 2011. Organized by The International Ecotourism Society (http://www.ecotourism.org), the ESTC is a unique annual conference providing practical solutions to advance sustainability goals for the tourism industry.
This document discusses the importance of branding communities for tourism. It argues that effective branding involves specializing in a niche activity or experience to differentiate the community from others and attract visitors. Some key points made include:
- Generic descriptions and logos are ineffective brands; an effective brand creates a specific perception or feeling about the community.
- Successful brands are either unique or the best in their category, and require endorsements to support claims of being the best.
- Communities should develop a brand that focuses on something visitors cannot experience closer to home, such as a particular cultural activity or natural feature. Maintaining new products and attractions over time is also important to keep the brand appealing.
Hussein Samatar will present on the African Development Center's (ADC) model for economically empowering African immigrants and refugees in Minnesota. The ADC was founded in 2003 to provide culturally sensitive services like business planning workshops, homeownership training, and microloans. It has helped over 500 families become homeowners, trained hundreds of entrepreneurs, and grown its loan portfolio to $2.3 million benefiting 110 clients. The ADC aims to address challenges faced by African immigrants through community development programs.
Great places ferryville presentation 6 28-10lauraebrown
The document discusses strategies for tourism development in rural communities like Ferryville. It outlines five strategies: 1) creating a tourism development plan, 2) partnering with other communities and organizations, 3) improving first impressions through beautification and hospitality training, 4) celebrating local history and culture, and 5) creating activities for visitors. It also summarizes the results of a secret shopper visit between Ferryville and Alma, identifying opportunities and challenges for Ferryville tourism.
Great places ferryville presentation 6 28-10lauraebrown
The document discusses strategies for tourism development in rural communities like Ferryville. It recommends that communities 1) create a tourism development and marketing plan, 2) work in partnerships with other organizations, and 3) recognize their unique identity and sense of place to appeal to visitors. A First Impressions visit to Ferryville identified its beautiful natural setting and views as strengths but noted challenges around the small population, lack of businesses and services, and need to attract more travelers passing through.
Volunteer tourism involves travellers participating in volunteer work, such as conservation or development projects, in local communities they visit. It provides benefits like self-actualization and helping local development. Nepal is a case study as it relies on foreign aid and tourism due to its poverty and damage from earthquakes. Volunteer tourism could help rebuild Nepal through community work, teaching, animal rescue, building homes, cultural preservation, disaster relief, and medical or construction assistance.
Backpacking with a Purpose: Voluntourism Workshop for INKspireJustine Abigail
This document discusses the opportunities and challenges of voluntourism. It notes that while voluntourism has become a multi-billion dollar industry, it often perpetuates systems of oppression, imposes Western ideals, and uses unskilled volunteers. However, it can also create meaningful cultural exchange and social change when done responsibly. The document provides suggestions for ethical voluntourism, including having realistic expectations, volunteering only for community-requested projects, learning about the local culture and context before serving, and ensuring the organization assesses volunteers and is transparent about costs and partnerships.
Volunteer tourism involves travelers visiting destinations to take part in community projects, such as conservation work, development work, or medical assistance. It benefits both individuals and society. For individuals, volunteer tourism allows participants to complete their goal of travel while learning from local communities and feeling that they have made a positive difference. For society, volunteer tourism provides contributions in social, economic, and cultural areas. However, volunteer tourism also faces hurdles such as financial costs prohibiting some from participating. Several organizations place volunteers in projects around the world.
Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC) (http://www.ecotourismconference.org/) presentation by Director, Spirit of Japan Travel, presented in September 2011. Organized by The International Ecotourism Society (http://www.ecotourism.org), the ESTC is a unique annual conference providing practical solutions to advance sustainability goals for the tourism industry.
This document discusses the importance of branding communities for tourism. It argues that effective branding involves specializing in a niche activity or experience to differentiate the community from others and attract visitors. Some key points made include:
- Generic descriptions and logos are ineffective brands; an effective brand creates a specific perception or feeling about the community.
- Successful brands are either unique or the best in their category, and require endorsements to support claims of being the best.
- Communities should develop a brand that focuses on something visitors cannot experience closer to home, such as a particular cultural activity or natural feature. Maintaining new products and attractions over time is also important to keep the brand appealing.
Hussein Samatar will present on the African Development Center's (ADC) model for economically empowering African immigrants and refugees in Minnesota. The ADC was founded in 2003 to provide culturally sensitive services like business planning workshops, homeownership training, and microloans. It has helped over 500 families become homeowners, trained hundreds of entrepreneurs, and grown its loan portfolio to $2.3 million benefiting 110 clients. The ADC aims to address challenges faced by African immigrants through community development programs.
This document discusses volunteer tourism, defining it as tourism combined with voluntary service that helps destinations and communities while also providing travel, adventure, and culture for volunteers. It outlines different types of volunteer tourists and activities, and provides examples of large international volunteer organizations and specific Turkish host and guest volunteer programs.
Fundraising for Refugees in Our Community - Academe of the OaksGlobalNomadsGroup
The document discusses a student-led ice cream fundraiser to support refugees in Georgia. Several seniors organized the fundraiser, which has successfully raised money for a local refugee program. The students also created posters about refugees to raise further awareness in their community and school in Decatur, Georgia.
Great places pd c tourism council 12 9-10lauraebrown
The document summarizes a presentation about using tourism as an economic development strategy for the city of Prairie du Chien. It discusses how tourism brings visitor spending to local businesses, strategies communities can use to develop tourism like creating activities and experiences, and highlights examples from other communities. It also shares results from a visit to the similar town of Mineral Point that identified opportunities for Prairie du Chien such as preserving downtown and building on its historic significance.
Great places webinar presentation 12 17-09lauraebrown
Making the Most of Our Great Places- Best practices for community tourism development and business practices for businesses to capture tourism dollars. by Laura Brown and Bill Ryan, University of Wisconsin Extension
Hedge Funds Care is an international charity that aims to prevent and treat child abuse. Supported predominantly by the hedge fund industry, Hedge Funds Care raises money through events to fund programs that teach about preventing and treating child abuse. Since 1998, Hedge Funds Care has raised over $41 million, which is distributed to local nonprofits working to address child abuse through education, prevention services, interventions, research, training, and advocacy.
The document discusses trends in the cultural sector from 1995-2005. It notes that while full-time employment kept pace with regional averages, part-time employment saw a 9% growth rate. Operating margins for cultural organizations remain thin at 3-5%. The document also outlines implications such as pressure on all income streams from market forces and rising benefit costs, and suggests actions like supporting the cultural community and using research.
Presentado por: Kimberly Connaghan, National Brand Director, National Geographic Global Media
Contenidos:
Geotourism: A Unique Commitment From A Unique Media Company
Geotourism and The American Traveler
55 Million American Geotourists
Down Payment on the Future
Geotourism and Today’s Traveler
Hotels Are Working to Protect the Environment
Destinations Are Working to Support and Sustain Local Economies
Destinations Are Working to Promote Indigenous Culture
Awareness is Key
Tailor-Made for Your Message
National Geographic Society: Vital to Today’s Consumer
NationalGeographic.com – Vital to CONNECTING to the World
National Geographic Magazine – Vital to UNDERSTANDING the World
National Geographic Kids – Vital to LEARNING ABOUT the World
National Geographic Traveler – Vital to EXPERIENCING The World
Pioneering the Future of Travel Reporting on Destinations of Distinction
Devoted Editorial for Sustainable Travel
Informing Readers About Responsible Travel Efforts
Tapping Into Reader Passions
Marketing Destinations With Geotourism Practices
Creating Signature Travel Experiences
Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts: “Photo Contest”
Puerto Rico Tourism: Customer Engagement
Peru Tourism: “Pack Your Six Senses”
Mexico Tourism: “Mexico Unexpected”
Folkmoot is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Waynesville, North Carolina that promotes cultural exchange through an annual international folk festival and year-round programming. It has hosted over 200 cultural groups from 100 countries during its 32-year history. Folkmoot aims to become a year-round organization focused on cultural development, education, and community engagement. It is renovating the historic Hazelwood School building to serve as a cultural and educational center.
The YWCA Silicon Valley will host its 23rd Annual Luncheon on October 10, 2013 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Dr. Jane Goodall will be the keynote speaker. Over 1,500 professionals, executives, political leaders, educators and community volunteers are expected to attend. Though not ticketed, YWCA is asking for a $150 minimum donation to support their programs and services in the community. YWCA Silicon Valley focuses on empowering women and families and helped over 18,000 individuals last year.
Scott Harrison was formerly a nightclub promoter who lived a selfish lifestyle until witnessing extreme poverty during volunteer work in South America. This experience inspired him to found the charity: water organization, which has raised $10 million to provide clean water access to nearly 1 million people. Harrison ensures donations directly fund projects by having committed donors cover administrative costs. He also shows donors the specific impact of their contributions by providing photos and GPS coordinates of funded wells. Additionally, Harrison leverages new media like Twitter to raise awareness and funds, helping frame giving as a joyous experience rather than making people feel guilty.
Bishop Wayne T Jackson - United Way Provides Fundraising Assistance For Tular...Bishop Wayne T Jackson
The United way assists charities from all over the country with procuring the funding they require to keep their doors open and continue their mission. No where is the work of the United Way more practically demonstrated that in Tulare County, California.
According to a recent article in the Visalia Times-Delta, the United Way supports 20 of the 126 charities currently at work in Tulare County. Located in southern California near Sequoia National Park, Tulare County is a largely agricultural area with a relatively low population. Because of this, there is a great deal of competition between non-profits for the community’s donation dollars.
Calabash Tours is a social enterprise that creates tourism experiences in marginalized communities in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. It aims to promote both economic and social inclusion. It does this by ensuring that 30% of its annual turnover is paid to small, local businesses from the informal economy who provide services like meals, crafts and cultural performances. It also runs volunteer programs and development initiatives focused on permaculture, education, health and infrastructure that benefit schools and communities. However, there are risks like communities becoming dependent on tourism or being divided over resources. Overall, Calabash Tours works to confront the challenges of an unequal, divided society in South Africa and promote greater inclusiveness through tourism.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation's Illinois chapter hosted its annual Wish Ball fundraising gala called "Wish in Full Color" on May 16th. The event was held at Navy Pier and raised over $2 million, breaking fundraising records, to help grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. More than 1,000 people attended the gala, which featured celebrity guests like NBC 5 morning anchors Stefan Holt and Zoraida Sambolin as hosts and a special appearance by Jay Leno who auctioned off experiences.
The document provides an overview of Oregon's tourism and hospitality industry:
- It directly employs over 87,500 Oregonians and supports many indirect jobs.
- In 2010, tourism generated $8.1 billion in visitor expenditures, $2 billion in payroll, and $313 million in taxes for Oregon.
- Travel Oregon is the state agency that promotes tourism. It works with regional and local partners through programs like marketing grants and the scenic byways program.
- The agency focuses on driving domestic and international travel to Oregon through various marketing channels.
The Queens Multicultural Festival of Diversity aims to celebrate the diversity within Queens by showcasing different cultures through food, products, customs and entertainment. The festival will be divided into sections for each continent. The organizers hope to attract a minimum of 800 visitors per day who will pay $10-15 for admission tickets, generating $80,000 in ticket sales and $20,000 in net profits. Marketing strategies will include attracting sponsors from the represented cultures and building awareness within the local community.
Residential Mortgage Group donates $100 to local charities for every referral-generated loan. Since 2007, these donations have totaled over $750,000. In the first six months that Second Harvest Heartland was included as a designee charity, 274 clients chose to donate to them, providing 101,380 meals to those in need. RMG employees toured Second Harvest Heartland's facility and learned about the organization's efforts to distribute food to those missing meals each month across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The ALS Association - DC/MD/VA Chapter is hosting an evening event on January 19, 2017 at The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing in Richmond, VA from 6-9 PM. The event will feature food, wine, auction, and entertainment to raise money to support the organization's mission of improving quality of life for those with ALS and finding a cure. Attendees can purchase tickets or learn about sponsorship opportunities on the organization's website or by contacting the event manager.
1. The document discusses responsible tourism and how tourism is a social activity that is shaped by human choices and actions. Responsible tourism aims to use tourism to achieve sustainable development and make better places for both residents and visitors.
2. Responsible tourism minimizes negative impacts, benefits local communities, and involves them in decisions. It contributes to conservation and provides meaningful experiences for tourists to understand local cultures and issues.
3. Taking responsibility for tourism requires transparency and a willingness from all stakeholders - including local communities, tourism businesses, and travelers - to address economic, social, and environmental issues.
Responsible Local Travel in the USA #localtravelusaron mader
Responsible, Local Travel in the USA is a roadmap, part of an ongoing conversation initiated by Deborah McLaren and myself with the participation of dozens of colleagues curious and passionate about engaging travel in communities around the country. Included are screenshots, original artwork and suggestions for participation. This is a veritable work-in-progress. Your comments are welcome and so are embeds, likes, clips and shares.
- Ron Mader (Las Vegas, 2016)
Videos:
May 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jq_5P5WGvVY
May 8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVb1adp2GPE
May 15 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piWfTAjAEqE
August 14 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yACjhsyt7F8
August 21 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHplKNlygEw
Details
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/localtravelusa
Hashtag: #localtravelusa
Responsible Local Travel in the USA: Eat local stay local buy localDeborah McLaren
Join the Responsible, Local Travel in the USA discussions (Fridays) to learn why supporting local communities and businesses can have a powerful impact when we work together. Break the chains! Go Local!
Check the planeta.wikispaces.com/localtravelusa for upcoming dates and featured guests.
Nevada on the Web is a compilation of Nevada-specific web sites and social web channels. Suggestions are welcome!
For those interested in conservation, culture and travel in Nevada, check out Planeta's Nevada Wiki for more Nevada goodness!
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/nevada
Pronounce it right
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXNKQW7QQFc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmUf9FDUOTk
This document discusses volunteer tourism, defining it as tourism combined with voluntary service that helps destinations and communities while also providing travel, adventure, and culture for volunteers. It outlines different types of volunteer tourists and activities, and provides examples of large international volunteer organizations and specific Turkish host and guest volunteer programs.
Fundraising for Refugees in Our Community - Academe of the OaksGlobalNomadsGroup
The document discusses a student-led ice cream fundraiser to support refugees in Georgia. Several seniors organized the fundraiser, which has successfully raised money for a local refugee program. The students also created posters about refugees to raise further awareness in their community and school in Decatur, Georgia.
Great places pd c tourism council 12 9-10lauraebrown
The document summarizes a presentation about using tourism as an economic development strategy for the city of Prairie du Chien. It discusses how tourism brings visitor spending to local businesses, strategies communities can use to develop tourism like creating activities and experiences, and highlights examples from other communities. It also shares results from a visit to the similar town of Mineral Point that identified opportunities for Prairie du Chien such as preserving downtown and building on its historic significance.
Great places webinar presentation 12 17-09lauraebrown
Making the Most of Our Great Places- Best practices for community tourism development and business practices for businesses to capture tourism dollars. by Laura Brown and Bill Ryan, University of Wisconsin Extension
Hedge Funds Care is an international charity that aims to prevent and treat child abuse. Supported predominantly by the hedge fund industry, Hedge Funds Care raises money through events to fund programs that teach about preventing and treating child abuse. Since 1998, Hedge Funds Care has raised over $41 million, which is distributed to local nonprofits working to address child abuse through education, prevention services, interventions, research, training, and advocacy.
The document discusses trends in the cultural sector from 1995-2005. It notes that while full-time employment kept pace with regional averages, part-time employment saw a 9% growth rate. Operating margins for cultural organizations remain thin at 3-5%. The document also outlines implications such as pressure on all income streams from market forces and rising benefit costs, and suggests actions like supporting the cultural community and using research.
Presentado por: Kimberly Connaghan, National Brand Director, National Geographic Global Media
Contenidos:
Geotourism: A Unique Commitment From A Unique Media Company
Geotourism and The American Traveler
55 Million American Geotourists
Down Payment on the Future
Geotourism and Today’s Traveler
Hotels Are Working to Protect the Environment
Destinations Are Working to Support and Sustain Local Economies
Destinations Are Working to Promote Indigenous Culture
Awareness is Key
Tailor-Made for Your Message
National Geographic Society: Vital to Today’s Consumer
NationalGeographic.com – Vital to CONNECTING to the World
National Geographic Magazine – Vital to UNDERSTANDING the World
National Geographic Kids – Vital to LEARNING ABOUT the World
National Geographic Traveler – Vital to EXPERIENCING The World
Pioneering the Future of Travel Reporting on Destinations of Distinction
Devoted Editorial for Sustainable Travel
Informing Readers About Responsible Travel Efforts
Tapping Into Reader Passions
Marketing Destinations With Geotourism Practices
Creating Signature Travel Experiences
Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts: “Photo Contest”
Puerto Rico Tourism: Customer Engagement
Peru Tourism: “Pack Your Six Senses”
Mexico Tourism: “Mexico Unexpected”
Folkmoot is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Waynesville, North Carolina that promotes cultural exchange through an annual international folk festival and year-round programming. It has hosted over 200 cultural groups from 100 countries during its 32-year history. Folkmoot aims to become a year-round organization focused on cultural development, education, and community engagement. It is renovating the historic Hazelwood School building to serve as a cultural and educational center.
The YWCA Silicon Valley will host its 23rd Annual Luncheon on October 10, 2013 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Dr. Jane Goodall will be the keynote speaker. Over 1,500 professionals, executives, political leaders, educators and community volunteers are expected to attend. Though not ticketed, YWCA is asking for a $150 minimum donation to support their programs and services in the community. YWCA Silicon Valley focuses on empowering women and families and helped over 18,000 individuals last year.
Scott Harrison was formerly a nightclub promoter who lived a selfish lifestyle until witnessing extreme poverty during volunteer work in South America. This experience inspired him to found the charity: water organization, which has raised $10 million to provide clean water access to nearly 1 million people. Harrison ensures donations directly fund projects by having committed donors cover administrative costs. He also shows donors the specific impact of their contributions by providing photos and GPS coordinates of funded wells. Additionally, Harrison leverages new media like Twitter to raise awareness and funds, helping frame giving as a joyous experience rather than making people feel guilty.
Bishop Wayne T Jackson - United Way Provides Fundraising Assistance For Tular...Bishop Wayne T Jackson
The United way assists charities from all over the country with procuring the funding they require to keep their doors open and continue their mission. No where is the work of the United Way more practically demonstrated that in Tulare County, California.
According to a recent article in the Visalia Times-Delta, the United Way supports 20 of the 126 charities currently at work in Tulare County. Located in southern California near Sequoia National Park, Tulare County is a largely agricultural area with a relatively low population. Because of this, there is a great deal of competition between non-profits for the community’s donation dollars.
Calabash Tours is a social enterprise that creates tourism experiences in marginalized communities in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. It aims to promote both economic and social inclusion. It does this by ensuring that 30% of its annual turnover is paid to small, local businesses from the informal economy who provide services like meals, crafts and cultural performances. It also runs volunteer programs and development initiatives focused on permaculture, education, health and infrastructure that benefit schools and communities. However, there are risks like communities becoming dependent on tourism or being divided over resources. Overall, Calabash Tours works to confront the challenges of an unequal, divided society in South Africa and promote greater inclusiveness through tourism.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation's Illinois chapter hosted its annual Wish Ball fundraising gala called "Wish in Full Color" on May 16th. The event was held at Navy Pier and raised over $2 million, breaking fundraising records, to help grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. More than 1,000 people attended the gala, which featured celebrity guests like NBC 5 morning anchors Stefan Holt and Zoraida Sambolin as hosts and a special appearance by Jay Leno who auctioned off experiences.
The document provides an overview of Oregon's tourism and hospitality industry:
- It directly employs over 87,500 Oregonians and supports many indirect jobs.
- In 2010, tourism generated $8.1 billion in visitor expenditures, $2 billion in payroll, and $313 million in taxes for Oregon.
- Travel Oregon is the state agency that promotes tourism. It works with regional and local partners through programs like marketing grants and the scenic byways program.
- The agency focuses on driving domestic and international travel to Oregon through various marketing channels.
The Queens Multicultural Festival of Diversity aims to celebrate the diversity within Queens by showcasing different cultures through food, products, customs and entertainment. The festival will be divided into sections for each continent. The organizers hope to attract a minimum of 800 visitors per day who will pay $10-15 for admission tickets, generating $80,000 in ticket sales and $20,000 in net profits. Marketing strategies will include attracting sponsors from the represented cultures and building awareness within the local community.
Residential Mortgage Group donates $100 to local charities for every referral-generated loan. Since 2007, these donations have totaled over $750,000. In the first six months that Second Harvest Heartland was included as a designee charity, 274 clients chose to donate to them, providing 101,380 meals to those in need. RMG employees toured Second Harvest Heartland's facility and learned about the organization's efforts to distribute food to those missing meals each month across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The ALS Association - DC/MD/VA Chapter is hosting an evening event on January 19, 2017 at The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing in Richmond, VA from 6-9 PM. The event will feature food, wine, auction, and entertainment to raise money to support the organization's mission of improving quality of life for those with ALS and finding a cure. Attendees can purchase tickets or learn about sponsorship opportunities on the organization's website or by contacting the event manager.
1. The document discusses responsible tourism and how tourism is a social activity that is shaped by human choices and actions. Responsible tourism aims to use tourism to achieve sustainable development and make better places for both residents and visitors.
2. Responsible tourism minimizes negative impacts, benefits local communities, and involves them in decisions. It contributes to conservation and provides meaningful experiences for tourists to understand local cultures and issues.
3. Taking responsibility for tourism requires transparency and a willingness from all stakeholders - including local communities, tourism businesses, and travelers - to address economic, social, and environmental issues.
Responsible Local Travel in the USA #localtravelusaron mader
Responsible, Local Travel in the USA is a roadmap, part of an ongoing conversation initiated by Deborah McLaren and myself with the participation of dozens of colleagues curious and passionate about engaging travel in communities around the country. Included are screenshots, original artwork and suggestions for participation. This is a veritable work-in-progress. Your comments are welcome and so are embeds, likes, clips and shares.
- Ron Mader (Las Vegas, 2016)
Videos:
May 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jq_5P5WGvVY
May 8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVb1adp2GPE
May 15 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piWfTAjAEqE
August 14 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yACjhsyt7F8
August 21 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHplKNlygEw
Details
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/localtravelusa
Hashtag: #localtravelusa
Responsible Local Travel in the USA: Eat local stay local buy localDeborah McLaren
Join the Responsible, Local Travel in the USA discussions (Fridays) to learn why supporting local communities and businesses can have a powerful impact when we work together. Break the chains! Go Local!
Check the planeta.wikispaces.com/localtravelusa for upcoming dates and featured guests.
Nevada on the Web is a compilation of Nevada-specific web sites and social web channels. Suggestions are welcome!
For those interested in conservation, culture and travel in Nevada, check out Planeta's Nevada Wiki for more Nevada goodness!
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/nevada
Pronounce it right
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXNKQW7QQFc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmUf9FDUOTk
This document is a presentation about the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in Australia. It contains photos from the park as well as screenshots from websites related to the park. The presentation is licensed to allow others to adapt and reuse it with attribution. It encourages interaction through comments, questions, and sharing information about the park.
Ecotourism Europe spotlights regional environmental conservation, outdoor recreation, responsible travel and ecotourism. You are welcome to adapt and reuse the materials with the attribution-sharealike license. We welcome your interaction -- comments, questions, suggestions, shares, clips, favorites, likes and hearts.
Wiki
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/europe
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/ecotourismeurope
Ecotourism Europe Flickr Group
http://www.flickr.com/groups/ecotourismeurope
Buzzword Bingo is a collection of new words and colorful slang chosen to educate and inspire. Here are our favorites curated in 2017. You are welcome to adapt and reuse with the attribution-sharealike license. We welcome your interaction -- comments, questions, suggestions, shares, clips, favorites, likes and hearts.
Planeta.com
http://planeta.com/buzzwords2017
http://planeta.com/buzzwordbingo
Wiki
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/buzzwordbingo
http://planeta.wikispaces.com/woty
Flickr Album
https://www.flickr.com/photos/planeta/albums/72157675227164173
This document discusses various approaches to corporate social responsibility (CSR). It describes different types of organizations - Corporate B Corps that consider people, planet and profit equally; and non-profits focused on social missions. It provides examples of companies like Google that implement environmental initiatives while also discussing outliers like Patagonia and its founder Yvon Chouinard who are highly invested in sustainability. It explores challenges like balancing brand and profit with CSR and how democratization can help influence social causes.
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The document summarizes strategies for developing tourism as an economic development tool in Crawford County, Wisconsin. It discusses forming partnerships across different levels of government and organizations to promote tourism. It also outlines strategies for communities to develop tourism, including creating marketing plans, emphasizing local uniqueness and history, improving aesthetics and hospitality, and providing activities for visitors. Specific examples of successful tourism programs and businesses in Wisconsin and nearby areas are also presented.
Great Places Tourism Council Presentation With Quiz 2 10 10lauraebrown
The document discusses strategies for using tourism as an economic development tool in Crawford County, Wisconsin. It outlines why communities should consider tourism, including broad local and regional support for tourism development. It then provides examples of partnership organizations involved in tourism and recommends five strategies for communities: create a tourism plan, work in partnerships, recognize physical aspects and first impressions, celebrate uniqueness, and create activities and experiences. It also discusses types of businesses that appeal to visitors like restaurants, shops, attractions, and agritourism.
How To Write A Speech In 3Rd Person - CoverletterpediaKatrina Duarte
This document provides instructions for creating an account and requesting writing assistance on the HelpWriting.net website. It outlines a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with a password and email; 2) Complete an order form with instructions, sources, and deadline; 3) Review writer bids and qualifications and place a deposit; 4) Ensure the paper meets expectations and authorize payment; 5) Request revisions until satisfied. It emphasizes the site's promises of original, high-quality content and refunds for plagiarized work.
The document discusses the cultural impacts of tourism development. While tourism can negatively impact local cultures by imposing foreign values, many socio-cultural changes are also due to other modernization factors like trade and migration. The relationship between tourism development and social/cultural changes is complex, as tourism can have both negative and positive effects. It influences value systems, traditions, behaviors, and lifestyles in communities, though the impacts are difficult to precisely measure.
This document provides an introduction to cultural heritage tourism. It discusses tourism as a large and growing global industry, with Americans taking over 1 billion trips per year domestically. Cultural heritage tourism involves visiting places significant to a group's past or present cultural identity, such as historical sites, museums, festivals, or culturally important neighborhoods. Cultural heritage tourists tend to have higher incomes and spend more than average tourists. The document outlines Partners for Livable Communities' approach, which emphasizes using a community's existing cultural assets to improve quality of life, rather than focusing solely on developing new tourist attractions. It also notes the importance of creative interpretation of cultural heritage resources.
This document provides an overview of the growing tourism industry and opportunities for careers as tour guides. Some key points:
- Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries and will create over 130 million new jobs by 2005, offering exciting career opportunities.
- Tour guides act as experts who provide information to visitors about unfamiliar places and ensure their tours are enjoyable and safe.
- As tourism has boomed, there is a growing need for qualified tourism professionals to work in the over 400 types of jobs available in the industry. Small tourism businesses in particular offer good opportunities for entrepreneurs.
The document discusses operating an outdoor and adventure tour guiding business, covering topics such as eco-tourism, fishing/boating tours, and river rafting tours. It outlines the typical duties of outdoor tour guides which include instructing clients, preparing meals, setting up camp, and respecting the natural environment. Adventure tourism is growing due to demand for active travel experiences where clients can experience nature and culture.
The Culture of Welcoming: Attracting and Retaining Creative ClassEmily Robson
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Responsible, Local Travel in the USA - updated Aug 2015
1. Responsible, LocalTravel in the USA
YouTube series
Planeta.wikispaces.com/localtravelusa
Eat Local, Stay Local, Buy Local
2. Travel and tourism is one of America’s largest
industries
• Generated $2.1 trillion in economic output in 2014,
with $927.9 billion spent directly by domestic and
international travelers.
• Directly generated $141.5 billion in tax revenue for
local, state and federal governments.
• Direct spending by resident and international travelers in
the U.S. averaged $2.5 billion a day, $105.8 million an
hour, $1.8 million a minute and $29,398 a second.
U.S. Travel Association ustravel.org
3. May 2-9, 2015 is a celebration of travel in the US. But we
think they might be missing the point.
4. Most benefits go to corporations and their shareholders that don’t live
in our communities.
5. US Travel Association’s
Power of Travel Coalition
Help us defend and strengthen the American travel community
The Power of Travel Coalition is the grassroots army of the American travel
community. The Coalition seeks to amplify the voices of millions of travel employees
with a vested interest in combating future assaults on travel, rewarding leaders who
champion our industry, and advocating for policies that promote travel to and within
the United States.
Who is the Coalition?
The Coalition is the 14.4 million individuals whose jobs depend on a strong travel
industry.
Who are the members of the Power of Travel Coalition?
All travel employees, from hotel and rental car employees to theme park and cruise line
workers, tour operators, meeting planners, and restaurant staff.
What are the major issues the Coalition advocates for?
1. Welcoming International Visitors
2. Reducing Travel Hassles
3. Keep America Meeting
4. Enhancing Our Nation’s Infrastructure
6. US Travel Association’s “Power of Travel Coalition” is calling for
expanding international trade agreements – that certainly doesn’t
benefit small businesses in the USA:
Alert!
Tell Congress: Pass Trade Promotion Authority (TPA)
Passing TPA Would Boost Inbound Travel & the Economy
WHAT YOU CAN DO: Email your Senators and
Representative asking them to co-sponsor and support
legislation (S. 995 or H.R. 1890) to enact Trade Promotion
Authority.
7. What’s missing?
Local economies
Small businesses
Healthy food
Lowering the industry’s carbon footprint
Innovative ideas
Incentives and programs that benefit our communities
Recognition that travel industry benefits often don't reach the
grassroots - the local communities and small businesses that make up
90 percent of all businesses. It is an industry where 50-90% of dollars
spent locally are "leaked" back to shareholders in far away places and
do not stay in the local economy. And even more unfortunate, the US
Travel Association is more about marketing and promoting, and
directing tourism dollars to multinational corporations than to our mom
and pop businesses.
8. Let’s get real. Join in on discussions about
Responsible, Local Travel in the USA
Fridays @ noon central time – originally every Friday in May but
extended indefinitely. Please check
planeta.wikispaces.com/localtravelusa for dates and featured
guests.
Hear from grassroots localist sector leaders: local food, slow food,
local travel, the sharing economy, heritage/cultural tourism, buy-
local campaigns and more.
Free Google Hangouts
9. These lively discussions explore examples of
corporate, social and environmental responsibility
within the US travel sector. To us, this means bringing
together innovative people with localist values who
are naturally creating a better world.
Examples of good practice please!
10. Take the Survey
Add your voice – help shape discussions and the future of
responsible, local travel in the US:
http://goo.gl/forms/j4jagVSosj
Some things we’re hearing about:
“Our organization is helping rehab and start a local food hub including
retail, brewery, commercial kitchen, and food processing (added value).”
“I curate content about climate change, the effects of tar sands (Keystone XL
pipeline) on the environment, and have written a blogpost asking what is
the tourism industry doing to preserve the environment.”
19. There is growing interest and markets in
responsible, local travel.
20. Reasons to Support Responsible, Local Travel in the
USA
• Build a sharing/peer network in the USA.
• Leverage the strengths of all sectors together (for example the arts are a driver
in the tourism economy).
• Educate the public about many local issues (for example educate the public
about the risks of fast food).
• Encourage ethical buying
• Collectively inform the public about responsible tourism.
• Collaboratively message and advertise to diverse markets.
• Have Fun! Celebrate our passions and values with like-minded people.
• Be part of the change.
• Highlight the best of America in all of our work.
• Build important connections and collaborations.
•Support independent businesses like farmers, chefs, musicians, artisans,
brewers, shopkeepers and inn keepers.
• Be part of an innovative community.
• Connect with diverse people and sectors that may be outside of your normal
scope.
21. Responsible travel and local economies
•Encourage local prosperity: A growing body of economic research shows that in an
increasingly homogenized world, entrepreneurs and skilled workers are more likely
to invest and settle in communities that preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and
distinctive character.
•Encourage support directly to small businesses.
• Help diminish tourism "leakages," so that tourist dollars spent in a community stay
in the community, rather than "leaking" back to the corporate shareholders of
chains not based in the area.
• Strengthen local economies so they can have a direct positive impact on the lives
of all citizens and visitors within the community.
•Provide more information about local products and services (how food is grown for
example).
•Support community groups: non-profit organizations receive an average 250%
more support from smaller business owners than they do from large businesses.
.
22. Responsible Travel and Social Issues
•Build community vibrancy and retain local traditions while establishing a local
identity through a unique sense of community.
•Encourage people to learn more about their local area/region and the
importance of supporting local businesses and organizations.
•Support public/community objectives.
•Promote community interaction by fostering relationships between local
businesses & organizations and visitors.
•Promote community engagement.
•Celebrate and preserve local culinary traditions and foods, cultural heritage,
history - communities that preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and
distinctive character have an economic advantage.
23. Some Featured Guests:
Chris McKay, Founder of Crooked Trails & TAP - http://crookedtrails.org From Portland,
OR they take people all over the world and educate them about the places they are visiting.
They normally call their work sustainable travel - and are excited to be recognized for their
responsible travel efforts. Chris just raised over $30k for aid to Nepal where she runs
programs. She also started Travelers Against Plastic (TAP)
http://www.travelersagainstplastic.org This 3 min video explains a lot:
http://www.travelersagainstplastic.org
24. Ethan Gelber, Responsible Tourism
Writer/Blogger/Communications, co-organizer of NYC
Tourism Expo - A communications guy at The Travel
Word / OutBounding / EcoAdventure Media /
Destination Accelerator Interview in HuffPost:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/ethan-gelber/ Also
founder and editor of The Travel Word
http://www.thetravelword.com (a website showcasing
responsible, sustainable and local travel), co-initiator of
the Local Travel Movement (a platform for people
passionate about local travel). The Travel Word
25. Emily Northey, Minnesota Main Street/Preservation
Alliance of MN - @MNMainStreet
Evelyne White, startup founder @bookalokal.
@eroundtable graduate. 1 foot in #brussels, the other
in #nyc
26. Kara Polyner, Incredible Ely! Ely, Minnesota
Linda Cox, Board – Hawaii Ecotoruism Association
Community Economic Development Specialist,
University of Hawaii at Manoa)
http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/CoxLa
https://plus.google.com/114992498547273487850/post
s
http://www.hawaiiecotourism.org
https://www.facebook.com/HawaiiEcotourism
@travelpono
28. Co-Hosts/Sponsors:
Ron Mader of Planeta.com (celebrating an incredible 20
years on the world wide web) and tourism activist.
Deborah McLaren of GetLocalFlavor.com, author of
“Rethinking Tourism and Ecotravel,” founder of three
responsible tourism organizations and passionate
localist.