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We, as tourists, have kind of lost the plot, I think.
Mass tourism has led to destruction.
The world has become an oyster for the masses.
We have a fundamental problem with tourism.
The most acclaimed destinations have the highest levels of poverty.
Only 14 per cent of every dollar that's spent in the country stays in the country.
Cruise ship comes in like always and nothing for the locals.
We're such unconscious consumers.
About two billion dollars a year are spent through volunteerism.
Guys, I found the kindergarten. She's gonna let me come see the babies.
There's been a 75 per cent increase in orphanages. They were there because I wanted to be there.
If tourists didn't pay money to see these 'entertainments', then the entertainments would change.
More than 500,000 animals are suffering around the world for different types of tourist attractions.
People need to know that they're harming the very animals they care about.
It's completely shocking.
The idea we've had of a tourist has to end.
Tourism has an opportunity to change now.
We have to change our mindset about travel.
Whether I'm going to be part of the solution or not.
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To my mind, the laws governing the process of mass tourism have to be reviewed since the serious impact on the wildlife and the life of local people. The point at issue is what is the best for the environment.
I think this video is the perfect way to show us what we are doing to our world, we are on time to change this course in order to create a balance in this society.
In my opinion, all these problems trace back to governments, who are responsible for addressing these issues. They should have plans in place to ensure that tourism does not negatively impact the environment and animals
I think the video is very important to show the people information about things that they don' know of the tourist travel. And something that cought my attetion was how the people spend money in attraction that s not good for the animals and the persons .
People need to change their mindset about travel. They don’t need to spend a lot of money on accommodation and attractions abroad to be happy. Many of the popular destinations people visit are struggling with poverty, and tourists may unintentionally harm animals, the environment, and local communities. I suggest that tourists explore their own country before traveling abroad. It’s more beneficial for them both financially and environmentally.
In my point of view, the tourists should change the way they pay for their attraction. Moreover, the local attraction also needs to be redesigned by government. They have to think of natural not only for the travel program but also must consider the regional places, animals and people. I hope supposing local perspective view will also help to convert the tourists' attraction view.
Yeah, This video completely described alarming situation of tourism industry to life. As traveling become more popular, its impact on life becomes more and more significant. So we need to change our mindset about to tourism, the we can restore our globe.
Hi, yes. I think that is very import change our mindset over the tourism and it's consequences in the locals peoples and ecosistem of the countries.
They, the tourist and people in general, should have more conscience of theirs actions.
Yes, we have to change our way to travel by adopting practices that respect our environment, prefer local tourism, use eco friendly transportation, support local business.
Absolutely. The way we travel has significant impacts on the environment, public health, and social equity. As our population grows and urbanization increases, rethinking how we move from place to place becomes crucial.