Tonga Case Study

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Come explore and enjoy the serenity of the Kingdom of Tonga, where life happens to the tempo of the oceans winds and waves. The Kingdom of Tonga is divided into three different groups. The group farthest north is Vava’u, which is made up of more than forty small islands.
The second group, south of Vava’u, is Ha’apai, and the farthest south group is Tongatapu— tonga meaning south. Tourism happens all over the Kingdom of Tonga, but the most popular eco-lodges in Tonga are located in Vava’u. These eco-lodges embody the traditions and culture of the South Pacific. Vava’u is a beautiful island destination for one to travel to, to enjoy, experience, and learn.
Before visiting the Kingdom to Tonga, it is significant that one is educated on the
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Thus, everything about the eco-lodges in the Kingdom of Tonga coincide with ecotourism. All visitors experience the same lifestyle at the eco-lodges as a local would, in their village, in the Kingdom of Tonga. The lodges do not have many visitor at once. The lodge employees understand the way of life in Tonga; thus, they do not allow many visitors at once.
The eco-lodges are conscious of the traditions and culture of the Tongan community.
Life is done a bit differently in the pacific. Culture, religion, and traditions have remained strong. When visiting the Kingdom of Tonga, it is important to come prepared physically, mentally, and spiritually. Faka’apa’apa is an instrumental part of the Tongan Way, and it is important that visitors always remember that. The Kingdom of Tonga is made up of some of the most beautiful islands in the world, with some of the worlds most beautiful, loving, and respectful people. Are you ready to experience the traditions of the pacific? If so, visit http://www.treasureislandtonga.com/ for more information on the beautiful, eco-lodge located on
Vava’u, in the Kingdom of Tonga. Pamela Wight’s 1993 Original Ecotourism Principles are

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