"Commitment to Responsible and Sustainable Tourism"

more than 2 decades

 "Our missoin: To be the leading sustainable tourism operator in Thailand, serving as a vital force in driving the grassroots economy by co-creating shared value with community networks, while conserving natural and cultural heritage

through meaningful and responsible travel experiences."

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At Tour Merng Tai, we believe that great tourism must create lasting value for both people and the environment. For 20 years, we have operated on the principles of Responsible Tourism and Sustainable Tourism, with a strong focus on supporting genuine Community-Based Tourism (CBT) in the many provinces of Thailand.

We are more than just a tour operator; we are part of a robust network that works hand-in-hand with local communities to:

•  Generate Fair and Sustainable Income: Revenue from our tours is channeled directly back to local communities, serving as an engine for economic development and the preservation of traditional ways of life.

• Build Community Capacity: We collaborate closely with the CBT network to develop the skills of local personnel (guides, service providers, homestay operators) to meet high standards, enabling them to sustainably manage their own tourism initiatives.

• Develop Unique Tourism Products and Services: We innovate activities and routes that are one-of-a-kind, focusing on local culture, nature, and lifestyle through: New Activities and Routes: Emphasizing authentic, immersive experiences.

• Handicraft Product Development: Collaborating with communities to add value to local goods.

• Service Quality Enhancement: Ensuring high service standards while preserving local charm.

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Responsible and Sustainable Community-Based Tourism Promotion Policy

Our Commitment: Tour Mueng Tai is committed to being an engine for the responsible and sustainable growth of Community-Based Tourism (CBT), operating under the principles of Sustainable Tourism Management with our community networks in Thailand.

Operational Principles and Provisions

•  Fair Economic Benefit Sharing:

  •  Ensure a fair and transparent allocation of tourism revenue directly to the communities, prioritizing direct employment and local sourcing of goods and services.

  •  Promote and support community-made handicrafts and products to create added value and stable income streams.

•  Community Empowerment and Participation:

  • Support the capacity building of local personnel in skills such as service, local guiding, and management.

  • Encourage communities to have the right to self-determination and effective management of their own tourism resources.

•  Cultural and Environmental Conservation:

  • Design tour routes and activities that do not negatively impact cultural heritage and traditional ways of life.

  • Implement measures to mitigate environmental impact, focusing on waste reduction, efficient resource consumption, and minimizing the operational carbon footprint.

•  Visitor Responsibility and Communication:

  • Provide information and raise awareness among guests regarding responsible behavior when visiting communities (e.g., respecting local customs and traditions).

  • Promote educational tourism that provides tourists with meaningful experiences and a deeper understanding of the value of local livelihoods.