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MEDIA RELEASE Hawaii Ecotourism Association (HEA) announced the winners of environmentally-friendly tourism awards at a luncheon today in Waikiki. Seventeen tour operators, including six from Hawaii Island, were honored by HEA, a local nonprofit organization that protects Hawaii’s unique natural environment and host culture by promoting responsible travel. The event marked HEA’s 20th anniversary. Hawaiian […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Atlantis Adventures longstanding commitment to providing “green” submarine tours and advocating marine conservation has been rewarded by the Hawaii Ecotourism Association (HEA) with certification as a Sustainable Tour Operator. Earning the designation is designed to inform visitors about the opportunities to enjoy a more authentic Hawaii travel experience, hear from knowledgeable guides, explore […]

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MEDIA RELEASE With the goal of encouraging more “green” tourism statewide, the Hawaii Ecotourism Association has announced 14 companies have earned the distinction of being Hawaii’s first-ever Certified Ecotour Operators. “We applaud these 14 ecotourism companies for their commitment to environmental sustainability and urge other tourism providers throughout Hawaiito follow their lead,” said Chris Colvin, […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Hawaii Ecotourism Association will begin its Ecotour Certification Program starting with a public meeting held on Maui followed later with meetings on Hawaii, Oahu and Kauai. The goal of the program is to give visitors and residents more information when choosing an ecotour, ensuring the tour is right for them, good for […]

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