Brownsea (United Kingdom) : How to keep the balance between desirable tourism, which induces economic development, and its status as a biodiversity sanctuary island? If you are nature lover and sensitive to the conservation of biodiversity, Brownsea Island is the perfect place for an outdoor and adventurous experience. If you stay long enough on the Island,…

Kerkennah (Tunisie) : Comment la valorisation des traditions et savoir-faire locaux peuvent-il devenir une signature touristique différenciée ? “Auprès de ce pays est, une île fort étroite, appelée Cyraunis ; elle a deux cents stades de long. On y passe aisément du continent ; elle est toute couverte d’oliviers et de vignes. Il y a…

Paros (Greece) : How to find the right balance between tourism and real estate pressure and preservation of the island’s identity? Paros is one the finest gems of the Cyclades islands crown. Once very famous for its marble from which a large number of statues from the antiquity were built, the Island is now known for…

The archipel of Lastovo (Croatia): How to develop tourism within preserving the existing exceptional ecosystem of the island? In this episode, we will explore the Croatian island of Lastovo, also known as the « untouched» or « hidden » Island.  Currently economic activities are focused in traditional island sectors such as : agriculture, fishing and…

Welcome to « Once upon an island – Green tourism », the series of podcast that highlights ecotourism on small islands.  They fascinate us with their promise of peace and freedom, but did you know that small islands are pioneer territories for a more sustainable development? With their limited resources, their biological wealth to protect, the pressures…

Bienvenue sur « Once upon an island – Green tourism », le podcast qui met en lumière le tourisme durable sur les petites îles.  Elles nous fascinent avec leur promesse de quiétude et de liberté, mais savez-vous que les petites îles sont les territoires pionniers d’un développement plus durable?  Avec leurs ressources limitées, leurs richesses…