Responsible Tourism Awards categories
Best tour operator for local economies
2010 sponsor Oman Ministry of Tourism

A tour operator making the greatest investment in the local supply chain, by employing local people, staying in local accommodations, sourcing local products, crafts and experience and encouraging their travellers to purchase locally.


Best accommodation for the environment
2010 sponsor Tourism Western Australia

A hotel, lodge or other accommodation run with an innovative approach to local environmental issues and carbon reduction.

Best accommodation for local communities
2010 sponsor Kenya Tourist Board

A hotel, lodge or other accommodation with a positive impact on the local supply chain and local people.

Best in a mountain environment
2010 sponsor Oman Ministry of Tourism

An organisation related to a mountain environment, such as an eco-friendly ski resort or a trip that contributes to the welfare of mountain porters.


Best in a marine environment
2010 sponsor Tourism Fiji

An organisation related to a beach or other marine environment, such as turtle conservation or a marine eco-tourism trip.


Best cruise or ferry operator

2010 sponsor Oman Ministry of Tourism

A cruise or ferry operator that acts responsibly towards the environment and local people.

Read more about the responsible cruise operator category


Best low carbon transport & technology
2010 sponsor The Quito Visitors Bureau, Ecuador

An organisation or initiative that is developing or promoting low carbon transport or technology.

Best for conservation of wildlife and habitats
2010 sponsor South Australian Tourism Commission

A group or initiative working for the conservation of wildlife and/or their local habitat, such as a national park or wildlife sanctuary.

Best for conservation of cultural heritage
2010 sponsor Jamaica Tourist Board


A tourism organisation or initiative working to protect and promote cultural heritage.

Best for poverty reduction
2010 sponsor PromPeru


An organisation that acts to reduce poverty among communities.

Best destination
2010 sponsor Oman Ministry of Tourism

A resort, village or an entire country that manages tourism well for the long-term benefit of tourists, conservation and local people.


Best personal contribution
2010 sponsor Oman Ministry of Tourism

A person who has made an outstanding contribution to responsible tourism.


Best volunteering organisation
2010 sponsor Swaziland Tourism Authority

An organisation offering volunteering opportunities, such as the chance to work on conservation or social projects.



More details about our sponsors




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