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courses in 15 prefectures. A related petition was also presented to the Ministry, signed by 40 university professors and 200
European environmental protection groups.
Greece - Chios: The “Regional Network for Ecotourism Initiatives - Ecoaction” an NGO, is taking part in the 3rd
Agrotourism Festival in Chios island from 3 to 10 August. The festival is held in the municipal garden of Chios town and is
now established as a festival of quality promoting the flavours and the culture of the island. Last year the festival surpassed all
expectations with 15,000 visitors and twice the number of exhibitors (65) than last year. Exhibitors included local farmers,
artisans and craftsmen, painters, wax, ceramic & jewellery makers, photographers, book-publishers as well as municipalities,
cultural & athletic groups. Ecoaction took part for the first time in 2006 with a stand and made a presentation on “regional
ecotourism development programs in Greece”. For more information contact Mr Kostas Makras at: k_makras [at] hotmail.com
Slovakia: PanParks, an NGO network of European Parks, fears that certain political developments in Slovakia will reverse a
former decision to have the Tatra National Park gaining a PAN Park certification. The NGO hints at a new anti-environmental
government direction which has seen the withdrawal of all directors of slovakian protected areas including the director of the
Tatra N.P., the reduction of N.P. personnel, the reevaluation of the size of Natura 2000 sites, and increased logging in Ticha and
Koprova valleys.
United Kingdom: Visit Wales, the tourism team of the Welsh Assembly government, has shown its commitment to accessible
& ecological tourism with a grant of more than £7,000 to enable Machynlleth-based Eco Retreats
(Web:
Chanan Bonser and offers tipi-based breaks in the heart of the Dyfi Forest, currently has four tipis, each set in its own private,
stunning location. Each tipi is furnished with a log fire, sheepskin rugs, romantic fabrics and a double bed. Michael Bonser says:
“With the high profile of global warming and our carbon footprint, it is becoming increasingly important to consider our choices
of holiday. Ecotourism is one answer as such ecological and ethical holidays have a minimal impact upon the environment. The
tipi experience helps our guests reconnect with the rhythms of the environment, experience the benefits of holistic therapy and
gain a sound understanding of eco-related issues through an organized visit to the nearby Centre for Alternative Technology,
Europe's foremost Eco Centre. The company will soon introduce new accommodation in the form of yurts, circular tents on
wooden frames traditionally used in the Asian steppes, along with a central meeting space for the local community or visiting
groups.
ECOCLUB®, Year 7, Issue 92. Published: August 1, 2007
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