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The Rickshaw Travel Group ("Rickshaw Travels") was founded in May 1988. From our humble beginnings as a small travel agency, we have grown and expanded into several countries and today have 28 years of experience in the travel business, both corporate and leisure... read more .

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BEING A RESPONSIBLE TRAVELER?

It’s a fact that international tourism is on the rise and travelling is now part of life for an increasing number of people all over the world.  Discover nature, discover a new culture and grow as an individual.  Travel for relaxation, fulfillment, discovery, adventure and fun.

As a guest in any country, you can also support the role of governments, businesses and communities by being a responsible tourist. Everyone has a role to play in creating responsible travel and tourism.  Over time, many suggestions have been made as to how one can do that so we'd like to share some of those suggestions below:

  • Transform your experience by opening your mind to other cultures as this will earn you the respect and be more readily welcomed by local people. Be tolerant and respect diversity - observe social and cultural traditions and practices.

  • Respect human rights. Exploitation in any form conflicts with the fundamental aims of tourism.

  • Help preserve natural environments. Protect wildlife and habitats and do not purchase products made from endangered plants or animals.

  • Respect cultural resources. Activities should be conducted with respect for the artistic, archaeological and cultural heritage.

  • Your trip can contribute to economic and social development. Purchase local handicrafts and products to support the local economy using the principles of fair trade. Bargaining for goods should reflect an understanding of a fair wage.

  • Inform yourself about the destination's current health situation and access to emergency and consular services prior to departure and be assured that your health and personal security will not be compromised.

  • Make sure that your specific diet requirements can be fulfilled before you decide to travel to this destination.Learn as much as possible about your destination and take time to understand the customs, norms and traditions. Avoid behavior that could offend the local population.

  • Familiarize yourself with the laws so that you do not commit any act considered criminal by the law of the country visited.

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