U.S. travelers would do more to help save World Heritage sites if they knew how
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TripAdvisor conducted a World Heritage site survey of more than 2,500 U.S. respondents to determine traveler interest in and knowledge of culturally and naturally significant sites, as well as sustainable and responsible tourism. According to the survey:
Information Starved
72% of U.S. respondents said they would do more to help protect sites of historical, cultural, or natural significance if they had more information on how they could help.
Hands Tied
29 % don’t know what they can do to help.
29 % said they are not involved because they are uncertain where their money is going.
25% said they are unable to donate.
What Gets Them Going
75% of those surveyed said they are “very interested” in visiting sites of historical, cultural or environmental significance around the world. When asked where they spend the majority of their time on vacation, 61 % cited visiting historical or cultural attractions such as the Alhambra in Spain, the Pyramids in Egypt or the Statue of Liberty in New York City.
World Heritage for About a Half
55% of U.S. respondents have visited a World Heritage site in their lifetime.
15% have never heard of a World Heritage site.
23% are not sure if they have ever visited one of the sites.
53% plan to visit or are interested in visiting somewhere with a World Heritage site nearby in the future.
Top 5 Steps U.S. Travelers Take to Contribute to Sustainable and Responsible Tourism
82% participate in their hotel’s linen/towel reuse program.
75% recycle and or reuse plastic bottles and cans.
60% keep themselves informed about the fragility of certain destinations and 11% pay attention to the advice given when visiting.
58% turn off/unplug electronic devices when not in their hotel room.
54% walk, bike or take public transportation as much as possible.
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