Brussels, June 20, 2017 – More than 250 non-government organisations from across Europe have today released an alternative vision for a more democratic, just and sustainable Europe.

Civil Society Organisations demand fundamental change within the current tourism model.

In a joint declaration with partner organisations from all over the world, Naturefriends International request the tourism industry to transform its business model. Tourism development needs to be fair, consider future consequences and show responsibility towards the environment and the people it affects.

What you should know before you volunteer.

Travelling and spending a few days working for a social or environmental project at the destination. More and more tour operators offer such holidays. But how, when and where does it make sense to volunteer while on holiday? Naturfriends International – respect and ECPAT Austria produced a short video in which they take a closer look at the most common clichés and misconceptions regarding Voluntourism.

At the Annual Conference of Naturefriends International (NFI) on 23th September 2016 in Bielefeld (Germany), the national Naturefriends associations adopted a common resolution on CETA, the free-trade agreement between Canada and the European Union.

"A guide through the tourism label jungle" offers support in the choice of sustainable offers.