Se anima a los visitantes de Fiyi a que dediquen parte de sus vacaciones a acciones medioambientales o culturales. Desde la plantación de árboles a la jardinería de corales, Turismo de Fiyi se ha asociado con los complejos turísticos para poner en marcha la iniciativa centrada en la sostenibilidad denominada "La hora de Loloma".

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Fiji has launched an innovative initiative called 'Loloma Hour', encouraging visitors to participate in sustainability-focused activities during their vacations. The effort, championed by Tourism Fiji in partnership with local resorts, aims to protect the environment and preserve cultural heritage. Visitors can engage in coral gardening, tree planting, and programs supporting wildlife conservation. The initiative underscores the importance of sustainable tourism, particularly in regions vulnerable to climate change, such as the South Pacific islands. Participants leave with a sense of contribution toward the preservation of Fiji's natural beauty and culture.

Tourism Fiji's initiative invites hotel operators nationwide to offer activities that allow tourists to give back. Participation options range from environmental to cultural activities, like caring for Fiji's rare crested iguanas or engaging in efforts to conserve the critically endangered hawksbill turtle populations. The program highlights a growing trend among travellers seeking to act as responsible tourists by positively impacting the destinations they visit. Through 'Loloma Hour', guests can experience Fiji's culture while aiding in its environmental preservation efforts.

The success of the sustainability initiatives is vital for both Fiji's economy and its environmental resilience. Activities like coral gardening and the turtle program, run by resorts such as Six Senses and Vomo Island Resort, offer immersive experiences that help tourists understand the significance of preserving these fragile ecosystems. With tourism being a crucial economic component, promoting conscious travel can contribute to a more robust economic response to climate challenges and safeguard the natural wonders of Fiji for future generations.



Fiyi lanza la primera "Hora feliz por el medio ambiente" del mundo

Bajo las cristalinas aguas azules de la isla de Malolo, en Fiyi, se está trabajando para proteger y restaurar las frágiles especies de coral marino. Contiene 10.000 corales, y lo que hacemos es plantar corales en cuerdas. Jerome Maftuna es uno de los famosos jardineros de coral de Fiji. Desde su base aquí en el Six Senses Resort, cada semana Jerome y su equipo llevan a los turistas en excursiones guiadas de buceo para ver y ayudar a crecer el coral, que un día será replantado en las aguas que rodean Fiyi. ¿Por qué es tan importante devolver el coral al océano? El coral es un hábitat perfecto para los peces. Simplemente vienen y limpian las cuerdas, y les da un sentido de que están devolviendo al medio ambiente. La experiencia de la jardinería de coral es una de las muchas actividades centradas en la sostenibilidad que ahora se ofrecen a los turistas en Fiyi, como parte de una nueva iniciativa llamada La Loma Hour, lanzada por el máximo organismo turístico del país. En Fiyi, la tierra, el mar y la gente son uno. La Loma Hour es lo que llamamos la primera hora feliz del mundo para el medio ambiente. Srishti Narayan es Directora de Marketing de Turismo de Fiyi. Dice que docenas de hoteles y complejos turísticos de todo el país están participando en la campaña. en La Hora de la Loma, que anima a los huéspedes a devolver algo durante su estancia. En nuestra lengua tradicional fiyiana, La Loma significa amar, pero desde la generosidad. Lo que estamos haciendo es pedir a todos los visitantes que vienen a Fiyi que dediquen una hora de su participen en una iniciativa de sostenibilidad, ya sea cultural o culturalmente. una relacionada con el medio ambiente. jardineros de coral es una gran experiencia en Six Senses, nuestro equipo de biólogos marinos trabajando muy duro para regenerar nuestros arrecifes. Una de las otras iniciativas se basa en nuestras iguanas, nuestras iguanas crestadas de Fiji, que son bastante raras en esta isla. Así que puedes venir y plantar un árbol, un alimento particular para ellos. Tamani, ¿qué estás haciendo para tu Hora de La Loma aquí en Vomo? El programa de tortugas, estamos muy emocionados. La tortuga carey, como sabrás, está en peligro crítico. Y si podemos aumentar o contribuir a los números, tal vez las generaciones futuras puedan ver y disfrutar de estas hermosas tortugas carey. No hace falta estar mucho tiempo en una isla para comprender realmente lo frágil que es un ecosistema que tenemos aquí. Justin King es el director general de Vomo Island Resort. Ya sea el programa de tortugas, ya sea la iniciativa "Contando corales", hemos estado trabajando realmente para asegurarse de que cualquier persona que visita este lugar y esta delicada ubicación pueda dejarlo en mejor estado del que llegó. Participar en actividades significativas para ayudar a proteger la belleza natural y la cultura de Fiyi. Las islas del Pacífico Sur se ven muy afectadas por el cambio climático y los impactos que estamos viendo. Así que si podemos apoyar su industria turística, que es un importante motor económico para ellos, entonces eso puede ayudar a estimular la economía y hacerlos más resistentes, lo que es tan importante para proteger maravillas naturales como esta. Steve, tenemos una sorpresa para ti. Le pondremos tu nombre a una ciudad. Dios mío, este es el mayor honor de todos los tiempos. ¿Los llevamos a estirar las piernas? Lo haremos. Lo haremos. Tomaremos la ciudad. OK, perfecto. Date un pequeño baño. Sabemos que la verdadera felicidad viene de devolver y sabemos que cada vez más visitantes piden ¿cómo puedo ser un viajero responsable? Es una forma divertida de conocer una parte diferente de Fiyi y devolver algo al país. mientras estás aquí.

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