Ecotourism, according to the International Ecotourism Society, is “ responsible trave l to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education.” This means that ecotourism is much more than traveling around the globe and sightseeing. Ecotourism is about ensuring that your visit also has a positive impact on the local community. This includes the people and their natural resources.