The World is on Fire

It is a classic Catch 22 situation. The world in its natural form is coming to a standstill. World leaders are rallying around, trying to do something about a lot of irreversible damage that has been done to sustain a planet saturated with consumers. Even the orange clown fish of Finding Nemo fame is in danger of extinction because of climate change. But its Christmas soon. A time of year when people are charged with seeing the bright side, inspiring hope in themselves and others and breeding a culture of 'can-do attitudes.' So, pass me a can of Obama and lets look on the bright side of global warming.

German scientists say that global warming might actually not be entirely bad. Well it is, but seeing as though we have it, we can work it. Maybe. Apparently, crop plants exposed to a higher concentration of carbon dioxide grow bigger and need less water. Which is a good thing because we're running out of water too. So as you can see there is an upside and downside to everything. It might be a stretch for some but I think everything is always in balance. World peace, environmental rejuvenation to optimum, caring, sharing - its too good. Light can't exist without darkness. And that is a fact.

So, here's a list of ways YOU can make sure that you're doing your part this festive season:
1. Stay at Eco friendly accommodation spots. Sure, you want a chocolate on your pillow but at who's expense? Sacrifice the chocolate today to ward off a big, leafy green vegetable on your pillow in future.
2. Support LOCAL tourism, recycling and 'green' projects.
3. Be aware of how much water, electricity and fuel you're using and keep it to a minimum.
4. Stay informed and stay positive. Despair and fear tend to fill up our proverbial glasses. Admittedly only half way but still no one wants to drink from the Doomed, Dark World cup. No one. Chin up. Even scientists are looking on the bright side.

These are gifts that anyone can give this year and everyone should - given the recession in just about everything, including generosity. So save the earth or die trying. Let the scrooges amongst us make themselves known.

Tourism Radio pulling the plug on Global Warming

Once again, we were fortunate enough to be featured on Travelwires.com this week:

In just two weeks it’ll be time to cast your vote – not for the leader of a country but rather for the future of our planet. Now is the time to give the Earth its chance and all it will take is one hour.

On the Saturday the 28th of March, Tourism Radio will be joining 17,000 businesses around the world in support of Earth Hour, a global climate change initiative organised by the World Wildlife Foundation (WWF).

Tourism Radio has been a strong supporter of eco tourism from the time the company was founded in 2005. The company’s area specific information and entertainment shows are all created with the aim of being environmentally, culturally and socially friendly.

Tourism Radio’s founder and Chief Operating Officer Mark Allewell said, “Over the years we have made sure that not only do we entertain people but also subscribe to the principles of ecotourism – namely minimize the impact we do have and to raise awareness, both cultural and environmental. It’s something that both our users and our advertisers appreciate. That’s why we were part of the Earth Hour initiative last year and are excited about doing it again!”

During Earth Hour, people are invited to join millions of others all over the globe in turning out their lights for one hour to show their support for action on climate change.

Earth Hour first began in Sydney, Australia in 2007. 2 Million people answered the call to action and switched off their lights. In 2008, this number grew to over 50 million people. In 2009, the organisation is hoping to reach 1 billion people in 1,000 cities as the event becomes more important than ever.

In 2009, the WWF wish to present a list of their supporters to world leaders at the Global Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen in 2009. This conference will determine official government policies to take action against global warming and it’s a real chance for humankind as a whole to make their voice heard. Tourism Radio is more than happy to be one of those voices.

“I know it sounds cliché but this is the only planet we have and we need to start taking serious action to protect it. Earth Hour is a wonderful initiative to make world leaders realise that humanity as a whole is serious in its desire for a change in attitude. That’s why every branch of Tourism Radio in the world will be casting their vote and taking part in this momentous occasion and we urge others to do the same.” said Allewell.

On March 28th, join Tourism Radio and millions across our fair planet and vote Earth. Simply switch off your lights for one hour starting at 8:30pm local time and become an agent of change.
For more information visit http://www.tourismradio.info or http://www.earthhour.org/

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