Is tourism discussed when Antarctic Treaty governments meet?
Yes. “Tourism and non-governmental activities” has been on the agenda of Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meetings since 1966. The management plans for Antarctic protected areas and other decisions under the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty apply to both tourists and official government expeditions. Treaty Parties have also made joint decisions and recommendations relating directly to tourism, including: 1966: Tourists hoping to visit national research stations should give advance notice (Recommendation IV-27). 1970: Tourists should avoid disturbing scientific activities, and not enter specially protected areas (Recommendation VI-7). 1994: “Guidance for Visitors to the Antarctic” a set of principles to protect the environment and ensure safety (Recommendation XVIII-1). 1997: All tour operators should use standardised advance notification and post-visit forms (Resolution XXI-3). 2004: Tourism and non-governmental activities must be insured and plan for contingen
Yes. “Tourism and non-governmental activities” has been on the agenda of Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meetings since 1966. The management plans for Antarctic protected areas and other decisions under the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty apply to both tourists and official government expeditions. Treaty Parties have also made joint decisions and recommendations relating directly to tourism, including: 1966: Tourists hoping to visit national research stations should give advance notice (Recommendation IV-27). 1970: Tourists should avoid disturbing scientific activities, and not enter specially protected areas (Recommendation VI-7). 1994: “Guidance for Visitors to the Antarctic” – a set of principles to protect the environment and ensure safety (Recommendation XVIII-1). 1997: All tour operators should use standardised advance notification and post-visit forms (Resolution XXI-3). 2004: Tourism and non-governmental activities must be insured and plan for conting
