Sustainable tourism, or “green travel” and wanting to be a responsible tourist are something we should all try to do. Changing our mindset about ecotourism and the way we travel is the key, all we have to do is be a respectful traveller; whether we are on a two week holiday, taking a sabbatical/gap year, or just getting away for the weekend, we should all try to lessen the impact we have on any place we visit. 

Why is environmentally friendly travel important? Developing tourist destinations or poorer countries do not have proper waste management systems meaning little or no recycling facilities, this causes plastic pollution problems They are receiving visitors faster than they are able to keep up with trash/water/electricity demands, and up-and coming destinations do not have an abundance of resources for us to waste.

Questions regarding ethical travel and animal welfare are constantly raised, overtourism is increasing, our coral reefs are being destroyed, and our desire to travel to as many countries as possible seeing as much as we can has a detrimental effect. If we enjoy travel, love seeing nature and the underwater world, why are we destroying it?

No one wants to be made to feel guilty about travel, or to be told they are being an irresponsible tourist, but we cannot bury our head in the sand. Global warming is real. Climate change was last decade; we are now in a CLIMATE EMERGENCY.
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If you ask “Can I travel in a sustainable, ethical way?” the answer is yes, so let Moalboal Eco Lodge show you how to be a responsible tourist. 

The Philippines is a large archipelago in South East Asia, consisting of thousands of stunning islands within the coral triangle. This is one of the things to know before visiting the Republic of the Philippines, as it can be a surprise just how big the Country is.

The waters are just as blue as you see on Instagram, and the palm tree lined white beaches are a draw for many visitors from around the world.

Voted the world’s leading dive destination for four years running (2019 - 2022) by World Travel Awards beating the Maldives to this coveted #1 spot, there is no better time to visit Cebu and the Philippines.

Cebu is a tourist hot spot due to its year-round sunshine, abundance of waterfalls, stunning snorkelling, the chance to dive with 8 million sardines, and relaxed pace of life.
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Moalboal Eco Lodge want to help you prepare for your trip, so we share things you should know before visiting the Philippines. If you follow this advice, you will manage your expectations and have the most amazing time!