The Worst Eco-Offenders on Earth Will Surprise You

Two weeks ago, we brought you a hotly debated story on the world’s top sustainable travel destinations, as ranked by five of the leading experts in the field. Now, after giving you the good news first, we’re focusing on the flip side, as our panel discusses destinations that get a “Needs Improvement” grade.

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From overdevelopment and irresponsible resource management to poaching and pollution, here are 10 places that experts suggest could use a more eco-friendly tourism philosophy.