International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators
- International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators
The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) was originally founded in 1991 by seven companies. [ [http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-11316653.html Operators form coalition to promote conservation in Antarctica. (International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators) | Article from Travel Weekly | HighBeam Research ] ] The primary goal of the association is to promote the "safe and environmentally responsible" travel. Since the groups inception membership has grown to its current 99 members. In addition there are tour groups working outside the association which may not follow its safety and environmental guidelines.
The need for an association like the IAATO is that seven countries have made territorial claims in Antarctica. However, no country recognizes the claim of any other country. In fact, in some cases, countries claim the same piece of the continent. Therefore, it is rarely clear what authority is in charge. This has left the Antarctic tourism industry largely self-regulated. [ [http://www.usatoday.com/travel/news/2007-11-27-antarctica-tourism-boom_N.htm Cruise ship sinking sparks concerns over Antarctica tourism - USATODAY.com ] ] Hence the need for an organization like the IAATO.
References
* Travel Weekly Date: September 30, 1991 [http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-11316653.html]
External links
* [http://www.iaato.org/ IAATO Homepage]
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