South Pacific Travel: Conversation with David Stanley

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David Stanley is a noted author and the host of the South Pacific Travel website
http://www.southpacific.org

I have corresponded with David for several years and was pleased when David agreed to participate in this online Q&A.

An edited version of this conversation appears online
http://www.planeta.com/ecotravel/weavin ... anley.html

REFERENCES

Pacific Islands
http://forum.planeta.com/viewtopic.php?t=211

Pacific Guide
http://www.planeta.com/pacific.html

To begin this conversation, David could you introduce yourself and your work to Planeta readers?

[planeta]

A background question -- who are the leaders in South Pacific Tourism and in your opinion are they doing a good job of promoting independent travel?

Are there regional policies highlighting ecotourism and responsible travel?

[planeta]

These are inspiring examples of government sites!

David, could you share some personal background? When did you first travel to the South Pacific? What stimulated your interest in documenting tourism in the region?

[planeta]

David, can you tell us more about Fiji and Tahiti in terms of environmental awareness and attention to sustainability? Also, what should eco-minded travelers know before they buy their ticket?

[planeta]

Many thanks, David.

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I have published an edited version of this conversation online
http://www.planeta.com/ecotravel/weavin ... anley.html

Ron