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ecotourism

1 [ˈiːkəʊˌtʊərɪz(ə)m] substantive

EKI Combined Dictionary 2026

Last modified 10.07.2025

Meanings

loodusturismi liik, mis toetab loodus- ja kultuuripärandi säilimist ning kohalike elanike heaolu

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Turismi terminibaas

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  • vastutustundlik reisimine, mis toetab looduskeskkonna kaitset ja kohalike elanike heaolu
  • responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the wellbeing of local people and involves interpretation and education
ökoturism
Usage examples
  • Paljud Põhja-Euroopa turismiasjalised on teinud tähelepanekuid, et ökoturism kui tegevus, filosoofia ja arengumudel sobib Põhja-Euroopasse väga hästi.
ecotourism
Usage examples
  • Service provider partners at the destinations tend to be small, locally owned businesses.It minimises negative impacts upon the natural and socio-cultural environment.It supports the maintenance of natural areas which are used as ecotourism attractions by: generating economic benefits for host communities, organisations and authorities managing natural areas with conservation purposes; providing alternative employment and income opportunities for local communities; increasing awareness towards the conservation of natural and cultural assets, both among locals and tourists.

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Etymology

  • ecotourism

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