2011 01 12

Lithuania among top 10 ethical travel destinations

Lithuania has been listed as one of the top 10 ethical travel destinations in the world for the second time running by Ethical Traveler, a nonprofit organization, founded to "empower travelers to change the world."

Each year, after extensive research, Ethical Traveller team rates human rights, social values and environmental protection in developing countries around the world and chooses 10 best destinations to visit.

"Travel is one of the biggest industries on Earth, and our economic power as travelers is enormous. When we're mindful of where our money is going, we turn that power into political activism. Deciding which countries to visit-and where to eat, sleep and tour when we get there-are not trivial concerns. The way we travel has a real impact on the environment, human rights, and the way our home countries are perceived by people in other lands." - Ethical Traveler says in its report at www.ethicaltraveller.org.

Besides Lithuania, Argentina, Barbados, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominica, Latvia, Palau, Poland and Uruguay made the The Developing World's 10 Best Ethical Destinations of 2010/2011.

"These developing destinations may not always be as glamorous as Paris, or as modern as Singapore. But they're rich in natural wonders, and alive with fascinating culture. They're also committed to conserving their natural treasures, while building economies that sustain and empower local communities. Our visits to these countries acknowledge these efforts, and inspire neighboring nations to embrace similar values."

 

Source www.businesslithuania.com