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The Long Run @thelongrunorg

A non-profit membership organisation of nature-based tourism businesses committed to driving sustainability via the 4Cs.

Joined January 2010
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🎉A warm welcome to our #NewMember @cardamomtent! The ecolodge protects 18,000 hectares of #rainforest in the Botum Sakor national park #Cambodia. Profits from the camp contribute to funding patrols by 16 Wildlife Alliance forest rangers. Read more: goodtourismblog.com/2024/03/…
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In our recent #4CCall, we explored leadership in the context of the 4Cs. 🎤It was an honour having Dr Pam Fuhrmann, Cam Danielson & Prof. Lyal White (One Earth Leadership Consortium) leading the discussion. 💡Learn how you can be part of The Long Run: thelongrun.org/join-our-comm…
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Sustainable Travel & Tourism Africa-Consulting
@STTAKenya
13 Mar 2024
Sustainability meets AI at #stas2024! AI isn't overlooked at this year's summit. We'll explore adoption of AI to empower destinations in adopting responsible tourism practices among indusry stakeholders and visitors facilities. Visit events.sttakenya.org to Sign-up
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🎬#ITBBerlin Recap: In a panel session, our Communications Manager, Holly Tuppen, delve deeper into the role of #tourism in preserving #ecosystems - from engaging stakeholders in protecting nature to the impact of #data on action. 📹Catch up here: youtube.com/watch?v=ycxEMf97…
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Join us in welcoming our #NewMember Shinta Mani Wild! This tented camp resides in a river valley in the Cardamom National Forest, Cambodia. The ecolodge is dedicated to preserving this fragile ecosystem & conserving the 865-acre river valley. 🔗Read more: travelasianow.net/shinta-man…
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Lippa & Tarquin Wood transitioned from managing one of Kenya's largest French bean farms to conservation at @HouseWild.🔗Read writer Francisca Kellet's @thetimes feature of House in the Wild, spotlighting estates transformed into regenerative eco-retreats: thetimes.co.uk/article/histo…

The historic estates turned eco-friendly retreats

Across our planet, grand estates are being transformed into regenerative eco-retreats — with some very smart places to stay

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Phil@Punch Media@PunchMedia1
3 Mar 2024
In today's hospitality news, as part of its strong commitment towards sustainability, Shinta Mani Wild – A Bensley Collection, a luxury tented camp located in the South Cardamom Forest in Cambodia, has joined as a fellow member of The Long Run. More at punchmedia.co.th/2024/02/wor…
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🌟We are honoured to be featured in @greentraveller’s recent issue! Richard Hammond shines a spotlight on our GER® members as the best of the best. Members include @Grootbos, @Nikoi, @Wolwedans_NAM, @SegeraRetreat and others! 📖Read the #magazine here: greentraveller.co.uk/green-t…
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🦅Our GER® member @Cottars1920s has launched a new 6-night Raptor Safari led by experts, offering guests a unique opportunity to explore the Massai Mara's #raptors while supporting vital #conservation efforts.🔗Learn more: cottars.com
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Responsible #tourism aids wildlife conservation & local economies. 🦁By booking trips to observe animals in their natural habitat, we support #conservation efforts and boost the local economy. Read more on the benefits of responsible wildlife tourism: travelhub.wttc.org/blog/how-…

How your responsible wildlife trip can be a force for good — WTTC Travel Hub

Wildlife tourism can make a significant contribution to the conservation and preservation of the incredible animals that live on our planet.

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A very warm welcome to our new Fellow Member, Ibiti! Located in Brazil, Ibiti is an experimental socio-#environmental & #conservation project in the Minas mountain, covering more than 6,000 hectares undergoing #rewilding. We are so excited to be collaborating with Ibiti! 🙌
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Developing a #climate action plan benefits #tourism by reducing emissions, saving costs, enhancing reputation, complying with regulations and aiding in global efforts like the #ParisAgreement and #SDGs. Read @travelTF's guide on how to get started here: thetravelfoundation.org.uk/c…

Getting started with a Climate Action Plan - Travel Forward

Tips on what to include in your Climate Action Plan.

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#HappeningSoon: Our Communications Manager, Holly Tuppen, will speak at ITB Berlin this March. 🤝 We look forward to seeing lots of friends, old and new there. Please get in touch with Holly at holly@thelongrun.com if you’d like to arrange a meeting.
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We’re thrilled to announce that Lengishu has achieved Global Ecosphere Retreat® (GER®) status, making it the only private home and one of only twelve properties worldwide to be granted this prestigious certification! Learn more: lengishu.com/
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Conservation is safeguarding and regenerating biodiversity to support local people and global needs. At The Long Run, #conservation is at the core of our values for all members. Learn more: thelongrun.org/
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Tswalu Kalahari Reserve@Tswalu
18 Mar 2022
#Conservator Richard Satekge has been an intrinsic part of Tswalu Kalahari for 20 years, committed to the sustainable regeneration of South Africa’s largest privately protected area. Read more: tswalu.com/richard-satekges-… @thelongrunorg #conservationrestoration #natureconservation

Richard Satekge | Senior Conservator | Tswalu Kalahari

Knowing that he has played a role in restoring the biodiversity of the southern Kalahari has been gratifying. “I helped Tswalu to become what it is now,” he says proudly.

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We 💯 agree with @Intrepid_Travel's co-founder, Darrel Wade's statement to @AFARmedia because that's precisely what The Long Run members aspire to 🙌 Our 4C framework enables tourism businesses to generate positive impact on people & place. Read more: www-afar-com.cdn.ampproject.…
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Our Travel Partner @Earth_Changers_ has a nifty list of 2024 #sustainability travel #trends on their blog. Interesting insights include that 53% of travellers would like to go somewhere with serious sustainable innovation comfort style. Read more: earth-changers.com/blog/2024…
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📣Heads up, researchers! Our GER® member @Grootbos has unveiled its 2024 prospectus for the Grootbos Environmental Centre. 🔬Researchers are invited to conduct studies within the Reserve, the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy or further afield. Learn more: grootbosfoundation.org/groot…

Grootbos Environmental Centre - Grootbos Foundation NGO South Africa

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🌍Since 2009, The Long Run has connected a growing community of leaders in #sustainability, #conservation & #tourism globally. See our members’ collective impact across the 4Cs — our industry-leading framework of Conservation, Community, Culture & Commerce — in the images below!
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