The purpose of the site is to find ways to build a bridge for travelers to gain the most from their experiences in a way that protects the environment. For too long ecotourism has been a great buzzword, used by unscrupulous entrepreneurs to hawk everything from condominium development to rides on jet skies.
Absurdity seems to know no bounds.
Six years after the publication of the first volume, TES has produced a timely and thoughtful follow-up. The text is a little dry, but engaging. The two volume set may be the best introduction to the depth and breadth of this topic. The entire report traces the development of ecotourism in Ecuador and provides a list of recommendations. This is a terrific document and I only wish it were available online.