OGAYA Travel, a luxury travel operator based in Panama, has announced a partnership with the Panamanian Foundation for Sustainable Tourism (APTSO) to support rural and indigenous communities through projects focused on environmental conservation and community empowerment. This collaboration highlights OGAYA’s commitment to regenerative travel and showcases the power of tourism as a force for positive change.
India is revitalizing its tourism sector by embracing regenerative travel, a sustainable approach that benefits both the environment and local communities. This strategy prioritizes leaving destinations better than they were found, fostering cultural preservation, and empowering local populations. The government, private sector, and communities are working together to promote responsible tourism and ensure a more equitable distribution of benefits.
Regenerative travel has emerged as the next frontier in sustainable tourism, going beyond mere sustainability to actively restore and regenerate destinations. While the concepts of sustainable and regenerative travel share common goals of minimizing negative tourism impacts, regenerative travel places greater emphasis on enhancing the well-being of the environment, cultures, and communities. Leading the charge are organizations such as Travaras and The Long Run, which offer certifications and promote regenerative travel practices. With the introduction of legislation like the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, the industry is embracing ambitious goals such as achieving net-zero emissions and regenerating impacted ecosystems. As regenerative tourism gains momentum, travelers can partake in immersive and transformative experiences that not only preserve but enhance their destinations.
