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Solimar’s Fall 2021 Sustainable Tourism Interns

Solimar International

Meet the future of the Sustainable Tourism Industry. Three times per year, we run a virtual internship program, connecting with talented young professionals with a passion for sustainable tourism, conservation, and international development. She graduated from the University of Missouri last Spring with her B.A.

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Why Are Public and Private Stakeholders Investing in Foreign Tourism Projects?

Solimar International

Tourism is a global business: last year, global capital investment in travel and tourism totaled $856 billion. When it comes to tourism, governmental and non-governmental stakeholders invest not only domestically, but also abroad. Chain hotels are a classic example of private-sector FDI in tourism.

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Tourism Improvement District – A Funding Model Case Study

Solimar International

A Tourism Improvement District (TID) is a revolutionary way to fund destination marketing programs. They are typically run by local businesses that collaborate and invest collectively to support the growth and development of their destination’s tourism industry. West Hollywood Tourism Improvement District Case Study.

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Solidarity tourism, a more responsible way of traveling

Interface Tourism Spain

Solidarity tourism, a more responsible way of traveling. Collaborative tourism is promoted as a way for travelers to visit certain destinations with the purpose of getting to know the customs, culture, gastronomy and people of the place in exchange for work. Solidarity tourism. Types of solidarity tourism.

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The Transformative Power of Trails: Fueling Tourism Development and Connecting Communities

Solimar International

While other forms of tourism engage the traveler with another area’s social, historical, and cultural elements, trail tourism is a form of “ slow tourism.” Trail tourism also provides many benefits, such as protecting the environment, boosting the economy, and preserving the culture of the surrounding community.

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Celebrating World Wildlife Day 2022

Solimar International

During its 68 th session in 2013, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared March 3rd World Wildlife Day to address the importance of the protection of the World’s wild animal species and plants. Tourism conservation in protected areas can help communities and biodiversity. . Community Tourism and Wildlife Conservation.

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Tourism Improvement District – A Funding Model Case Study

Solimar International

A Tourism Improvement District (TID) is a revolutionary way to fund destination marketing programs. They are typically run by local businesses that collaborate and invest collectively to support the growth and development of their destination’s tourism industry. West Hollywood Tourism Improvement District Case Study.

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