What is ecotourism
Ecotourism
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Nature-based element;
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An educational or learning component;
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An imperative of sustainability;
Principles of ecotourism
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Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future generations to meet their own needs
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Minimize the harms to the environment as much as possible
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Build respects for the local environment and cultures
4R in sustainability
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Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future generations to meet their own needs
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Minimize the harms to the environment as much as possible
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Build respects for the local environment and cultures
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REDUCE: Avoid using or buying extra materials
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REUSE: Don't through the things easily, apply it in another useful way
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RECYCLE: Give something old to the people in needs, to adapt to a new use
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REPLACE: Using alternatives like towel instead of tissue, save the earth
DOs and DONTs
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Take off your hat and shoes when you went to a temple, the others home, office, and pagoda.
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Be considerate to the communities and environment being visited
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Always ASK before taking photos
(PS. Cambodians do not want to take the photo in a group of three as they believe that this will bring bad luck to the person in the middle.
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As Cambodians usually dress conservatively. Tourist must dress appropriately to show their respect. It is also important to cover your knees, shoulders, stomachs, backs, and cleavage in everywhere especially temple.
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Disturb others
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Cambodian is very conservative, hugging or kissing in public will make them feel uncomfortable.
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Touch anyone's head, including children and especially elders. The head is considered as the most sacred part of the body, and it is not polite to touch someone else’s.
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Eat or purchase endangered species
( Instead, you can try fried spider in the market :) )
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Show the souls of your feet – The souls of your feet must not point towards anyone, particularly the Buddha. It is because feet are considered to be the dirtiest part of the body.
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