In the Arctic, people study a wide variety of professions, but the most popular undergraduate programs for international students are somehow related to the tourism industry.
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An important topic to study is the ethical side of the tourism industry. Ethical tourism, ethical travel or ethical tourism behavior is about a sense of responsibility, about sustainability and about the impact on the environment, local communities and cultural heritage. This is about a conscious choice, thanks to which any negative consequences of tourism are minimized.
Ethical tourism includes various principles and practices, including:
- Environmental responsibility
- Respect for local cultures
- Support for local communities
- Preservation of cultural heritage
- Responsible engagement with wildlife
- Awareness and education
For example, @clemalta_sm says: “Everyone has a different opinion for ethical tourism. For me, it means that no animal should be abused, nature must be respected and not overexploited, the cultural norms should not be changed for the tourists.”
“An ethical tourist cares about the consequences of his actions on the environment, the local population and her economy : becoming an ethical tourist is a journey, not a destination” by opinion of @claraaaa_inalta
Other our student @evainalta think: “Ethical tourism is being respectful of the places we visit and their population, it’s also supporting small/local businesses and making sustainable choices in order to minimize our impact on the environment”
In general, ethical tourism involves respect, empathy and responsibility towards the environment, local communities and cultural heritage. If you want to learn more about ethical tourism – apply for tourism study programs at the UiT The Arctic University of Norway! And you will not only learn some fascinating statistics on the subject, but you will also be able to be part of the solution! 🌿
more info by #arcticstudent