In October 2010, ECOT facilitated a study tour during which representatives of Australia's Uniting Church Adult Fellowship (UCAF) visited Bangkok and Chiang Mai to observe and analyse tourism-related issues in Thailand. Through the UCAF network, the learnings from this encounter will assist advocacy and community education within the Australian church and wider community.

www.responsibletravel.org.au   is a part of UCAF's initiative to promote responsible and ethical tourism. The website provides practical information to those who want to contribute to the host communities instead of being a burden on them. Visit the website to learn more...

Now you can also enter the Responsible Travel Photo Competition and win a copy of the Ethical Travel Guide, Tourism Concern 2009 – an excellent resource for Responsible Travellers, and much more!  Go to  http://photos.responsibletravel.org.au/  for more information.