According to the International Ecotourism Society (TIES, n.d.), Ecotourism is characterised as responsible travel to natural destinations that seeks to conserve the environment, and sustains the well-being of locals, alongside education and interpretation. A few of its aims include encouraging respect, environmental and cultural awareness, generating income for the local population and conservation efforts, whilst providing a pleasant experience for both tourists and hosts (T

Singapore has nature? With cycling tracks, mangroves, and walking trails in forests teeming with life, planning day trips and treks in Singapore is easy. Our transportation system and small size make natural sites accessible; driving hours from Nature Park #1 to Nature Park #2 is unnecessary.  Plus, good food and amenities are often within reach after a tropical day out. Approach our island’s boundaries at… Changi Beach : Find an hour of low-tide  at Carparks 6 or 7, and mean

Benefits (Research Studies) Spending time in nature has been found to help with mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. For example, research into ecotherapy (a type of formal treatment that involves doing activities outside of nature) has shown it can help with mild to moderate depression. This might be due to combining regular physical activity and social contact with being outside in nature. Anxieties about climate change can also have a big impact on our we

How do I spiritually connect to nature? Connecting with nature brings us many benefits, such as positively impacting our mood and...