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Code of Ethics for Tourism

Posted on | February 23, 2011 | No Comments

UNWTO – Code of Ethics for Tourism

Tourism is a means of collective fulfillment providing opportunities for education and exchange. To protect and promote effects of tourism, such maximize the positive economic, ?social and cultural, the United Nations World Tourism Organization UNWTO publishes a code of ethics for tourism. The code of ethics for tourism holds responsible for all participants for practicing ethical tourism.

The United Nations World Tourism Organization-UNWTO’s code of ethics stipulates that:

  1. Authorities should be attentive to the particular vulnerabilities of tourists as well as their own peoples involved in the tourism industry. Governments should also inform citizens of all potential dangers of travel abroad.
  2. Travelers should learn the customs, laws and culture of their destinations, and be aware of any inherent hazards to foreigners. Tourists must take steps to protect themselves and the environment, people and culture of their host communities.
  3. Vendors should promote local cultures and religions without infringing the beliefs of visitors. Tourism professionals are expected to provide hospitality, security and assistance to tourists.
  4. Culture is a heritage shared by all of mankind; however, local customs should be maintained and tourism profits invested in safeguarding cultural resources.
  5. Stakeholders and governments are encouraged to lessen the environmental impact of tourism and promote environmental

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