1. I think ecotourism can be meaningful if it truly protects nature, but some
companies just come up with fake eco ideas. It depends on how serious and
conscious the projects are. 2. Local people can set up beautiful eco-lodges
and tours to share their culture. This keeps them powerful and proud,
without losing identity. 3. Travelers must be careful and respectful. They
should look out for local rules and avoid careless behavior like touching
animals. About 80% of damage comes from thoughtless tourists. 4. . Yes,
it’s possible if people are careful and thoughtful. Around half of the eco-
projects come up with good ideas that give jobs and protect nature at the
same time. 5. Mass tourism and ecotourism can get along with each other
only if tourism becomes less wasteful and more resourceful. Otherwise,
they’re incompatible. 6. Governments should come down on pointless eco-
projects and support useful local ones. They can limit visitors to about 200
per day or so. 7.I think carbon offset programs are helpful when they are
real and serious. beacuse some are useless,. but I would say roughly half
make a real difference. 8. Yes, I’d pay around 20% more for an eco-friendly
trip. It makes me feel hopeful because I’m supporting nature instead of
wasting it. Lee