B1.
1 Week 8 Format 1
Sustainable tourism chart
Student: Julian Andres Sepulveda Vargas
Impact of tourism industry on the
environment
The tourism industry, while it can have
positive effects on the economy and
development of a region, can also have a
significant impact on the environment.
Some of the main negative impacts of the
tourism industry on the environment
include: contamination, un-sustainable use
of natural resources, destruction of
ecosystems and habitats, residuous
generation, cultural and social erosion and
ecological footprint of transport.
Steps we can take to protect the planet
when we travel
It is essential that the tourism industry and
tourist destinations adopt sustainable and
responsible practices to minimize these
impacts and promote more sustainable
and environmentally conscious tourism.
This may include the implementation of
environmental management policies, the
promotion of the conservation of natural
resources and biodiversity, the adoption of
low-impact tourism practices, the
awareness and education of tourists, and
the active participation of local
communities in tourism. decision making
and tourism benefits. Some habits that I
apply to reduce my carbon footprint about
travel are:
- Reduce, reuse and recycle
- Save energy and water
- Use public transport or sustainable
means of transport
- Support the local economy
Respect local culture and customs
- Participate in conservation and volunteer
projects
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Activities in my region

GRADING CRITERIA IN ON AT

Location (places) One of the most

beautiful places to
Example: In You can go to the visit in our region
Zipaquirá, you can Jorge Eliecer is Guatavita
visit the Salt Gaitan theater on located at the
Cathedral. seventh street. northeast of
Bogotá, 53
kilometers away.

Time (dates and On April 14 and

schedules) 15, the opera-
Example: The tango María de At 7 in the
Cathedral was Buenos Aires by morning the shops
inaugurated in Astor Piazzolla will are open in
1954. be presented at Guatavita and all
the Jorge Eliecer the activities are
Gaitan theater. already available.
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Infographic chart
Inform the impact tourism has (positive and
negative) on your region.
Mention the type(s) of tourism travelers can
practice in your region.
Tourism in Cundinamarca has a
significant impact on the local economy
and on the conservation of the region's
natural and cultural heritage. Some of
the positive impacts of tourism in
Cundinamarca include:
Employment generation
local economic development
heritage conservation
Promotion of local culture
However, it is also important to take
into account that there is tourism with
negative impacts, such as
environmental degradation, congestion
in some tourist destinations, labor
exploitation, and loss of cultural
authenticity.
Cundinamarca, located in Colombia,
offers a wide variety of options for
tourism. Some of the most outstanding

List the sustainable tips for travelers to protect
your region when they visit it. (Use in, on, at)
Example:
By crafts and souvenirs in the local markets.
types of tourism in Cundinamarca are:
Historical and cultural tourism
nature tourism
Rural tourism and agro-tourism
Adventure trip
religious tourism
wellness tourism
These are just a few examples of the
types of tourism that can be found in
Cundinamarca. The region offers a
wide variety of options for visitors,
combining history, culture, nature,
adventure and well-being to offer a
diversified and enriching tourist
experience.
If you are looking to make a sustainable
trip to Cundinamarca, here are some
recommendations so that you can
contribute to the conservation of the
environment and the local community
during your visit:
Choose sustainable accommodation
Support the local community

Reduce your carbon footprint

Save energy and water

Reduce the use of plastics

Respect nature and local culture

Promotes responsible tourism

Participate in conservation projects

Sensitize other travelers

Remember that traveling sustainably

means minimizing the negative impact
on the environment and the local
community, and contributing to the
conservation of the region's natural and
cultural resources. Enjoy your trip to
Cundinamarca in a responsible and
sustainable way!