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Fair Trade Tourism

BAOBAB Travel supports Fair Trade in Tourism accredited products, accommodation establishments and operators in South Africa that have been recognized by the Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA).

FTTSA Logo What is Fair Trade in Tourism?
Fair Trade in Tourism is about ensuring that the people whose land, natural resources, labour, knowledge and culture are used for tourism activities, actually benefit from tourism.

The FTTSA certification programme was launched in 2002, and their accredited portfolio of establishments and operators are increasing annually. The vision of FTTSA is to encourage a fair, participatory and sustainable tourism industry in South Africa. The certification programme endorses establishments that meet stringent criteria and acknowledge the FTTSA principles to ensure fair and responsible business practice.

Fair Share - Participants are entitled to a fair share of income directly proportioned to their contribution to a specific tourism activity.

Democracy - Employees are entitled to participate in decisions that concern them.

Respect - Respect for human rights, culture and environment, which includes safe working conditions, gender equality, reduced consumption and protection of natural resources.

Reliability - Service delivery should be reliable and consistent, and basic safety and security for both host and visitor should be ensured.

Transparency - Ownership of business should be clearly defined, sharing of profits, benefits and losses must be transparent.

Sustainability - Increase knowledge through capacity building, share resources through partnerships, encourage the responsible use of resources and reduce leakage through local purchasing and employment.

By choosing an itinerary that includes FTTSA accredited establishments travellers can be sure that their visit benefits local communities and economies, and that they are supporting businesses that operate ethically and in a socially and environmentally responsible manner.