Central America and the Caribbean

Two leaders in ecotourism, the U.S-based Naturalist Journeys and Panama’s Canopy Lodge and Tower, team up this summer to offer a Green Season Biodiversity Workshop, designed for a small group of 10 participants, July 18-27, 2012.

By Glenn Jampol, Owner, Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation and Inn

By Annalisa Roger

As ICANN 43 begins, a world of excitement awaits. Traveling from around the globe, 1700 people are uniting to collaborate and discuss the future of the Internet in San Jose.

Contest Celebrates Expansion of Our Unique Volunteer Matching Program

U.S. retirees helped measure sea turtles during a visit to Magdalena Bay, Baja California Sur, Mexico, with RED Sustainable Tourism. (Photo Credit: Anne McEnany)

By Vinzenz Schmack

By Judy Karwacki

This article was first published by Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)'s OnEarth Magazine. See original article on onearth.org here.

By Alice Henly

By Jessica Webb, Rainforest Alliance

By Michelle Rodrigues

Tourism in Mexico has seen a drastic drop since the swine flu fright and the recent economic downturn experienced throughout the world, but this doesn't stop everyone. Mexico is still optimistic and thriving with the continuation of its beautiful colors, traditions and cultures.

Tourism has become one of the most important industries in the world with significant growth potential. Mexico attracts most tourists in all of Latin America, and with over 20 millions visitors each year, it is among the top ten tourist destinations worldwide. Tourism is one of the leading industries in the country, and the Mexican Caribbean relies largely on tourism.

By Cheryl Butner, CEDO