Self-Reflection Exercise:
Take some time to reflect on your role in promoting sustainable tourism practices. Consider how your actions and choices align with the principles of the circular economy discussed in this module. Use the questions below to guide your reflection:
1. How do you prioritize resource efficiency in your travel habits? Do you make an effort to reduce waste, reuse materials, and recycle while traveling? What steps could you take to improve resource efficiency in your tourism activities?
2. Are you conscious of supporting local economies and communities when you travel? Do you seek out locally owned businesses, restaurants, and accommodations? How can you further promote local sourcing in your tourism experiences?
3. Do you actively engage with local communities and cultures during your travels? How do you ensure that your tourism activities benefit both the environment and the local economy? In what ways can you deepen your involvement with local communities?
4. How do you educate yourself and others about the importance of sustainability in tourism? Do you seek out opportunities to learn about environmental conservation and cultural heritage preservation in the destinations you visit? How can you raise awareness about sustainable tourism practices among your peers and fellow travelers?
5. Based on your self-assessment, identify one area where you can improve your contribution to sustainable tourism. Set a specific goal and action plan for implementing positive change in that area during your next travel experience.
6. After watching the C-TOUR video of Archontiko Mytilineou Skretaion from Greece, write a short paragraph on how these changes could impact your life and the environment. Consider any potential challenges and how you might overcome them.
