The 2013 Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Awards, with which the Southeast Asia Globe is an official media partner, has announced its finalists. Entries were received from nations including Thailand, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia, and the panel of judges have whittled them down to 12 finalists:
Best in Community Engagement and Development:
Bali CoBTA, Indonesia
Lisu Lodge, Thailand
Best in Cultural Preservation:
Apani Dhani, India
Sampran Riverside, Thailand
Best in Protection of Natural Areas and/or Wildlife Conservation:
Ranweli Holiday Village, Sri Lanka
Scuba Junkie, Malaysia
Best in Resource Efficiency:
Frangipani Langkawi Resport and Spa, Malaysia
Heritance Kandalama, Sri Lanka
Most Inspiring Responsible Tourism Accommodation Provider:
Soneva Resorts, Thailand & Maldives
Sukau Rainforest Lodge, Malaysia
Most Inspiring Responsible Tour Operator:
Papua Expeditions, Indonesia
Via Via Tours, Indonesia
Winners will be announced at the ITB Asia travel trade in Singapore this October.
