50 things travel influencers do to promote pro-poor tourism
- Partner with local community-based organizations to promote responsible and sustainable tourism practices.
- Share stories of the positive impacts of tourism on local communities and economies.
- Highlight responsible and sustainable tourism practices in their social media content.
- Encourage their followers to support local businesses and communities.
- Promote tours and activities that prioritize local community engagement and benefit.
- Share information about responsible volunteering opportunities in Gambia.
- Promote eco-friendly accommodations and travel options.
- Work with local tourism boards to promote sustainable tourism practices.
- Highlight local cultural experiences and encourage visitors to participate.
- Share information about the history and culture of Gambia to encourage cultural awareness.
- Promote authentic, locally-made souvenirs and discourage the purchase of unethical or unsustainable products.
- Encourage visitors to learn a few words of the local language.
- Share information about local customs and etiquette to encourage cultural respect.
- Promote tours and activities that prioritize animal welfare.
- Encourage visitors to reduce their environmental impact by avoiding single-use plastics and practicing responsible waste management.
- Promote responsible travel insurance that covers medical treatment and repatriation.
- Work with local communities to create sustainable tourism initiatives.
- Encourage visitors to offset their carbon footprint through sustainable travel options or carbon-offsetting programs.
- Promote responsible wildlife-watching practices.
- Work with local tour operators to promote responsible tourism practices.
- Encourage visitors to support local conservation efforts.
- Promote responsible tourism practices to fellow influencers and travel enthusiasts.
- Share information about responsible volunteering and internships in Gambia.
- Highlight community-led tourism initiatives and encourage visitors to support them.
- Encourage visitors to make donations to local community-based organizations and initiatives.
- Promote responsible diving and snorkeling practices.
- Share information about the importance of protecting natural habitats and ecosystems.
- Encourage visitors to learn about local environmental challenges and solutions.
- Promote responsible tourism practices in national parks and protected areas.
- Share information about responsible tourism certifications and programs.
- Work with local schools and youth organizations to promote responsible and sustainable tourism practices.
- Promote low-impact, sustainable transportation options.
- Highlight local food and beverage experiences to support local businesses and promote cultural awareness.
- Promote responsible volunteering opportunities with a focus on education and youth development.
- Share information about responsible travel gear and equipment.
- Promote tours and activities that support local artisans and craftspeople.
- Encourage visitors to learn about and respect local religious and spiritual practices.
- Promote responsible trekking and hiking practices.
- Work with local communities to create sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit both locals and visitors.
- Encourage visitors to support local conservation and environmental initiatives.
- Highlight local festivals and events to promote cultural awareness and community engagement.
- Promote sustainable fishing practices.
- Share information about local conservation efforts and opportunities to get involved.
- Encourage visitors to learn about local history and traditions.
- Promote responsible travel during peak seasons to reduce overcrowding and negative impacts on local communities and environments.
- Share information about sustainable tourism grants and funding opportunities.
- Promote responsible water sports and activities.
- Work with local tourism boards to create responsible tourism campaigns and initiatives.
- Encourage visitors to purchase locally-made souvenirs to support local businesses and communities.
Promote responsible tourism practices that prioritize human rights, including fair wages and working conditions for tourism workers.