{"id":33026,"date":"2019-02-26T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2019-02-25T21:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures?p=33026&#038;preview=true&#038;preview_id=33026"},"modified":"2025-03-10T21:34:21","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T10:34:21","slug":"destinations-that-want-you-to-be-a-better-traveller","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/destinations-that-want-you-to-be-a-better-traveller\/","title":{"rendered":"10 destinations that want you to be a better traveller"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>If we take the idea of being a global citizen as someone who understands the wider world (respecting each place that we visit and every person we meet) then it\u2019s easy to relate to the concept of being a responsible traveller. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As this movement gains momentum, we\u2019re seeing more countries step up their game by asking visitors to do their bit to help protect the environment and respect the culture they\u2019re experiencing. Here are ten destinations blazing the trail (so to speak).<\/p>\n<h2>1. New Zealand<\/h2>\n<p><strong><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33110\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_mt-cook_hooker-valley-track1B2A0277.jpg\" alt=\"A man sits on a rock in front of a beautiful lake and mountains\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_mt-cook_hooker-valley-track1B2A0277.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_mt-cook_hooker-valley-track1B2A0277-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_mt-cook_hooker-valley-track1B2A0277-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_mt-cook_hooker-valley-track1B2A0277-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><a href=\"\/new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Zealand<\/a><\/strong> proves it\u2019s a trailblazer (yet again) when it comes to leading in sustainable tourism practices. The <em>Tiaki Promise <\/em>is\u00a0a\u00a0commitment that you can make to help protect and preserve the country during your stay. Tiaki\u00a0means &#8216;to\u00a0care and protect&#8217; in Te Reo\u00a0M\u0101ori. In this case, you are making a commitment to taking care of yourself as well \u2013\u00a0by driving carefully and being prepared according to weather conditions, as well as protecting the natural environment and helping to keep the country clean. Sounds like a fair thing to ask any visitor.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CHECK OUT OUR RANGE OF SMALL GROUP ADVENTURES IN NEW ZEALAND HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>2. Palau<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33113\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shutterstock_158056682-1-e1550722948676.jpg\" alt=\"Palau Islands\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shutterstock_158056682-1-e1550722948676.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shutterstock_158056682-1-e1550722948676-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shutterstock_158056682-1-e1550722948676-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shutterstock_158056682-1-e1550722948676-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>You might already know that New Zealand isn\u2019t the first country to be asking travellers to consider how to travel responsibly. The western Pacific nation of Palau launched the \u2018Palau Pledge\u2019 to help its visitors understand the fragility of their island environment in a global message that uses a beautiful childlike approach. The campaign took out a bag of awards at the 2018 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and was recognised as a significant contributor to the United Nations Millennium Development Goals.<\/p>\n<p>How does it work? Upon arrival in Palau, you\u2019re asked to sign a specially designed passport stamp outlining the pledge to look after Palau\u2019s island home \u2013 the stamp has been translated into five languages. Being the 13<sup>th<\/sup> smallest nation in the world, Palau depends on tourism but also recognises what we can all do to minimise the impact on its natural environment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/subscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>SUBSCRIBE TO INTREPID\u2019S NEWSLETTER FOR TRAVEL TIPS, COMPETITIONS, GIVEAWAYS &amp; MORE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>3. Costa Rica<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33109\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-CostaRica_LaFortuna_Waterfall_Lookout_Scenic_Female-Traveller-A-02.jpg\" alt=\"A woman looks over the treetops to a waterfall in Costa Rica\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-CostaRica_LaFortuna_Waterfall_Lookout_Scenic_Female-Traveller-A-02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-CostaRica_LaFortuna_Waterfall_Lookout_Scenic_Female-Traveller-A-02-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-CostaRica_LaFortuna_Waterfall_Lookout_Scenic_Female-Traveller-A-02-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-CostaRica_LaFortuna_Waterfall_Lookout_Scenic_Female-Traveller-A-02-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>As a world leader in renewable energy production, <a href=\"\/costa-rica\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>Costa Rica<\/strong><\/a> sets the bar aiming to be carbon neutral by 2021. And it\u2019s doing a pretty good job with nearly 99 per cent of its electricity obtained from hydropower, geothermal, wind and solar energy. This proactive approach towards being an eco-friendly nation has seen the government establish a program that takes businesses through a regimented certification process that uses a green leaf rating, from one (being the least sustainable) up to five.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/costa-rica\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>SPOT SLOTHS AND TOUCANS IN COSTA RICA NOW &#8211; SEE OUR TRIPS HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>4. Iceland<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33108\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull-Glacier_pax_IMG_5929.jpg\" alt=\"Two hikers hold hands on the ice in Iceland\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull-Glacier_pax_IMG_5929.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull-Glacier_pax_IMG_5929-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull-Glacier_pax_IMG_5929-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull-Glacier_pax_IMG_5929-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>If there\u2019s any country that deserves six out of six green stars for its environment and sustainability efforts, it has to be <a href=\"\/iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>Iceland<\/strong><\/a>. The Nordic country, which lies just beneath the Arctic Circle, takes the responsibility to protect and preserve its precious resources very seriously. One of the rules in Iceland is that off-road driving is illegal, due to the impact it has on its moss vegetation, which can take years to recover from disturbance. Hiking off-path and camping outside of designated sites is also a big no-no, unless you have permission from a private land owner. Hats off to Iceland for proving that we can follow the rules and still experience a life-changing adventure.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/cruising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SEE ICELAND FROM A DIFFERENT ANGLE\u00a0\u2013 ON AN ADVENTURE CRUISE! DETAILS HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>5. Botswana <u><br \/>\n<\/u><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33107\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Botswana-Okavango-Botswana-50-of-173.jpg\" alt=\"Elephants in a field in Botswana\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Botswana-Okavango-Botswana-50-of-173.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Botswana-Okavango-Botswana-50-of-173-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Botswana-Okavango-Botswana-50-of-173-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Botswana-Okavango-Botswana-50-of-173-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><a href=\"\/botswana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>Botswana<\/strong> <\/a>harbours one of the world\u2019s largest elephant populations. The country made a leading step forward by banning elephant riding practices, which came into effect on 31 December 2017. Botswana holds reserves that are dedicated to protecting endangered animals such as rhinos, lions, cheetahs and African wild dogs. Chobe National Park is recognised as one of the largest sanctuaries for game in Africa. You can do your bit by going on safari with an accredited operator in Botswana and throughout Africa.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/botswana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>ENJOY A WILDLIFE-FILLED ADVENTURE IN BOTSWANA &#8211; EXPLORE OUR TRIPS HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>6. Cambodia<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33106\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Cambodia_Chi-Phat_village-.jpg\" alt=\"A traveller walks along a dirt road in Cambodia\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Cambodia_Chi-Phat_village-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Cambodia_Chi-Phat_village--425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Cambodia_Chi-Phat_village--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Cambodia_Chi-Phat_village--585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><a href=\"\/cambodia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>Cambodia<\/strong><\/a>, also known as the Kingdom of Wonder, attracts the curious far and wide to witness the ancient Angkor temple ruins, located on the outskirts of Siem Reap. What\u2019s not widely spoken about is the number of child orphanages that have sprung up over the years, taking advantage of the generosity and naivety of visitors. Friends International sums it up well, stating: \u201cAs long as donors continue to fund those institutions [child orphanages] and voluntourists continue to support them, the risks to those children will also remain.\u201d \u00a0Instead, visitors can show support by choosing to shop with ethical businesses, eat at local restaurants or social enterprises, and refrain from giving money to children.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/cambodia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>GO BEYOND ANGKOR WAT ON A SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE IN CAMBODIA NOW<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>7. Bhutan<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33105\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-bhutan_monks-walking-bridge.jpg\" alt=\"Three monks crossing a bridge in Bhutan\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-bhutan_monks-walking-bridge.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-bhutan_monks-walking-bridge-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-bhutan_monks-walking-bridge-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-bhutan_monks-walking-bridge-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>We can all take a leaf out of Bhutan\u2019s book: a carbon negative country that has built itself on balancing economic growth with social development, environmental sustainability and cultural preservation. <a href=\"\/bhutan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bhutan<\/strong> <\/a>is internationally recognised for its efforts towards developing sustainable and responsible tourism. As a foreigner, you\u2019re welcomed into Bhutan (in fact, they encourage it) \u2013\u00a0you just need to travel in a way that helps the Himalayan kingdom maintain its culture and environment by paying a daily fee that covers an inclusive package and goes back into maintaining the country.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/bhutan\/bhutan-discovered-160641\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>JOIN US ON OUR 7-DAY BHUTAN DISCOVERED ADVENTURE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>8. Denmark<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33112\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_rosenborg-castle-entrance.jpg\" alt=\"A castle in Denmark\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_rosenborg-castle-entrance.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_rosenborg-castle-entrance-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_rosenborg-castle-entrance-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_rosenborg-castle-entrance-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>The capital of <a href=\"\/denmark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Denmark<\/strong><\/a>, Copenhagen, has more than 400 kilometres (248 miles) of bike paths winding around the city, with more people commuting by bicycle than car on any given day. No wonder it\u2019s known as the \u2018City of Cyclists\u2019. The Danes are leaders in living a sustainable lifestyle, with some of the world\u2019s best practices in renewable energy, water management, waste recycling, and green transportation. You too are encouraged to try the Danish way by taking a bike tour or hiring your own to explore the city.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/denmark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>WALK, RIDE AND EAT YOUR WAY AROUND DENMARK NOW. EXPLORE OUR TRIPS HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>9. Portugal<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33103\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Lisbon-026-1.jpg\" alt=\"Three travellers and a tour leader sit in front of a castle in Portugal\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Lisbon-026-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Lisbon-026-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Lisbon-026-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Lisbon-026-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><a href=\"\/portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Portugal<\/strong><\/a>? I hear you say. Yes, that\u2019s right. Sustainable tourism is taking off in this southern European nation with the government making major steps. They\u2019ve partnered with Airbnb to promote responsible home sharing, started a program working with local businesses to help preserve historical buildings, and the nation runs <em>entirely<\/em> on renewable energies. While work is being done across Portugal to improve its tourism practices, the archipelago of <strong><a href=\"\/trips\/zlsi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Azores<\/a> <\/strong>was recently certified as a sustainable tourist destination by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Visitors can undertake low impact activities such as hiking and birdwatching, or stay in an eco-resort while exploring the incredible volcanic chain of islands.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CHECK OUT OUR RANGE OF ADVENTURES TO PORTUGAL HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>10. Australia<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-victoria-great-ocean-road-4150-twelve-apostles-sunset-gibson-steps-group.jpg\" alt=\"Travellers walking down a staircase to the beach in Australia\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-victoria-great-ocean-road-4150-twelve-apostles-sunset-gibson-steps-group.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-victoria-great-ocean-road-4150-twelve-apostles-sunset-gibson-steps-group-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-victoria-great-ocean-road-4150-twelve-apostles-sunset-gibson-steps-group-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-victoria-great-ocean-road-4150-twelve-apostles-sunset-gibson-steps-group-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>Most visitors to <a href=\"\/australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>Australia<\/strong> <\/a>recognise the iconic red monolith of Ulu\u1e5fu in the Northern Territory. Ulu\u1e5fu is a sacred site belonging to the Yankunytjatjara and Pitjantjatjara people. The traditional owners of Ulu\u1e5fu-Kata Tju\u1e6fa National Park have been asking visitors not to climb Ulu\u1e5fu since the 1980s and now an official ban climbing the rock will be put in place (as of October 2019). Visitors to sacred sites around Australia can show their respect by following signage such as not taking photos of ancient rock art at particular sites, staying on designated paths, and asking for permission when taking photos of artists at work.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>UP FOR AN AUSSIE ADVENTURE? CHECK OUT OUR TRIPS HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>What responsible travel really comes down to is knowing what the expectations are when visiting a country and making a conscious effort to be a better traveller. So, go ahead and take those little steps (that all add up) on your next trip.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To find out more about Intrepid&#8217;s stance on\u00a0<a href=\"\/purpose\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">responsible travel, click here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the responsible travel movement gains momentum, more countries are asking visitors to be a better traveller. 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