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PATA (PACIFIC ASIA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION) CODE FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
This code urges members to:
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Conserve the natural environment, ecosystems and biodiversity
- CONTRIBUTE to the conservation of any habitat of flora and fauna affected by tourism.
- ENCOURAGE relevant authorities to identify areas worthy of conservation and to determine the level of development, if any, which would be compatible in or adjacent to those areas.
- INCLUDE enhancement and corrective actions at tourism sites to conserve wildlife and natural ecosystems. Respect and support local traditions, cultures and communities.
- ENSURE that community attitudes, local customs and cultural values, and the role of women and children, are understood in the planning and implementation of all tourism related projects.
- PROVIDE opportunities for the wider community to take part in discussions on tourism planning issues where these affect the tourism industry and the community.
- ENCOURAGE relevant authorities to identify cultural heritage worthy of conservation and to determine the level of development if any which would be compatible in or adjacent to those areas.
- CONTRIBUTE to the identity and pride of local communities through providing quality tourism products and services sensitive to those communities.
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Maintain environmental management systems
- ENSURE that environmental assessment is an integral step in planning for a tourism project.
- ENCOURAGE regular environmental audits of practices throughout the tourism industry and to promote desirable changes to those practices.
- ESTABLISH detailed environmental policies and indicators, and/or guidelines for the various sectors of the tourism industry.
- INCORPORATE environmentally sensitive design and construction solutions in any building or landscaping for tourism purposes.
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Conserve and reduce energy, waste and pollutants
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Encourage a tourism commitment to environments and cultures
- ENCOURAGE those involved in tourism to comply with local, regional and national planning policies and to participate in the planning process.
- FOSTER, in both management and staff of all tourism projects and activities, an awareness of environmental and cultural values.
- ENCOURAGE all those who provide services to tourism enterprises to participate through environmentally and socially responsible actions.
- SUPPORT environmental and cultural awareness through tourism marketing.
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Educate and inform others about local environments and cultures
- SUPPORT the inclusion of environmental and cultural values in tourism education, training and planning.
- ENHANCE the appreciation and understanding by tourists of natural environments and cultural sensitivities through the provision of accurate information and appropriate interpretation.
- ENCOURAGE, and support research on the environmental and cultural impacts of tourism.
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Cooperate with others to sustain environments and cultures
- COOPERATE with other individuals and organisations to advance environmental improvements and sustainable development practices, including establishing indicators and monitoring.
- COMPLY with all international conventions and national, state and local laws which safeguard natural environments and cultural sensitivities.
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