Investment in ecotourism in Southeast Asia has unparalleled potential. This style of travel puts the environment first and improves the well-being of local people. Done well, ecotourism can guarantee that the tourism industry will continue to prosper while providing social and economic benefits to the habitats and people of Southeast Asia.
Ecotourism is the most ethical way to experience Southeast Asia. As a destination renowned for its incredible natural wonders, the environment itself is a driving factor behind the roughly 139 million tourists visiting the region each year.
Enlightens visitors on the requirements and goals of conservation missions.
Reduces the adverse effects on the environment and culture.
Improves financial benefits for the nation, communities, investors, and local trades.
The tourism industry is growing fast, and the number of tourist destinations earning 1 billion dollars or more has doubled since the 90s. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, ecotourism alone is projected to grow from being a 181.1-billion-dollar industry in 2019-to-333.8-billion-dollar industry in 2027.
There are a few reasons why ecotourism specifically is seen as having a safe return on investment:
Natuna Island boasts unspoiled beaches and forests, offering bountiful opportunities for ecotourism to blossom. Even the locals are interested in economic growth and foreign investment to turn the island into an ecotourism destination. To date, there has not been a campaign to turn the island into the next, more environmentally-conscious Bali, making the island primed for green investment. Sustainable economic growth in Natuna would show the international community that the island is an integral part of the Indonesian cultural and economic identity.
Boracay Island in Central Philippines offers an abundance of natural beauty, a perfect destination for environmentally-conscious tourists looking to immerse themselves in breathtaking landscapes. Tourism has generated a large profit and for the island, but it’s also created environmental issues to the point of shutting down facets of the industry to recover from the ecological damage caused by tourists. A switch to ecotourism practices is the perfect solution to the environmental problems caused by traditional tourism.
Come explore Southeast Asia with your own eyes. This 360 degree VR experience immerses investors in the lush world of the islands. With facts about the ecology and what it’s like to live off the Southeast Asia sea, this application can build long-term relationships with travelers, provide more flexibility in terms of service timing and destinations, improve service quality and reduce operating costs.
Southeast Asia has one of the most diverse marine ecosystems in the world. However, it is being threatened by overfishing and destructive fishing practices. Protecting this resource will prove crucial to ensure food security and revenue generation.
Across the globe, resources determine the economy of a region. In Southeast Asia, sustainable management and use of its unique natural resources are pivotal to local communities and global future generations.
Empowering workers in Southeast Asia with education and skills training will be the key to the region’s sustained development. Improvements to the workforce will lead to increased economic and human development in the region.
