In this section of our Exploring Ecotourism , we will take a look at the definitions and see how quite often the tourism industry speaks a language which has very little in common with travelers. The elitism borne in language basically disguises the inadequacies in tourism research. Consequently, one lesson is that you don't have to leave your home town to be a tourist or an ecotourist. In the tourism industry there are many terms that need to be explored and understood more clearly. This niche is quite vague.
Travelers opt to do what they enjoy.
Responsible Tourism Responsible tourism calls attention to the fact that much of tourism simply is not responsible. Locals are exploited. Natural or cultural resources are treated with disrespect. For travelers, responsible travel is simply treating others with the same respect you would ask for in your own community. The best of intentions have gone into developing strategies that promote the development of natural resources in a manner that does not destroy them for future generations.