More dolphins captured to be sent to Marine Parks
July 8th, 2008 by Barbara Soldi
Here we are again, more news about dolphins waiting in sea pens to be exported to marine amusement parks, some of them even labeled as ‘eco’!!
As reported by Marine Connection - UK based charity - the Solomon Islands issued a Non-Detriment Finding (a document approving the international wildlife trade) without bothering to undertake the scientific surveys required by International legislation.
But does not a commercial offer always follow a market demand? What can be done to educate people not to visit these parks? Maybe it will be a good idea targeting children organising talks in school?
And as per the Travelmole’s article reporting the news, shouldn’t tour operators who are claiming to become ‘greener’ stop promoting excursions to captive dolphins parks?
Amongst the biggest tour operators, TUI are partners of the UN initiative “Year of the Dolphin”, and Virgin Holidays sponsor one of the most important Responsible Tourism Awards..
One of the many TUI holidays promoting Florida’s Seaworld parks
Cancun resorts with Swim with Dolphins programs, promoted by Virgin
We want less greenwashing and more responsible actions!!
July 21st, 2008 at 5:10 am
Surely not sustainable travel. Thanks for keeping this issue alive, it keeps fading as our wonder of dolphins outweighs the awareness of exploitation.
Alternative responsible travel ideas in Florida and Arizona mentioned EcoLuxury Living http://www.vacationrentaltraveldeals.blogspot.com/