Learning Spanish and activity holiday, Costa Rica

Planet

LOCAL ECONOMY

1. Locally owned accommodation: We prioritize locally owned accommodation and independent businesses rather than international hotel chains. Our accommodation partner, Eco Travel Hostel / Casa Caribe, is locally focused and strongly connected to the surrounding community.

2. Local economic opportunities: The itinerary is designed to keep tourism spending within the local economy. We work with local guides, instructors, cooks, community organizations and conservation projects. Guests also visit local cultural initiatives, take part in traditional cooking and chocolate experiences, and support community-based activities. This creates income opportunities beyond traditional tourism businesses.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY

1. Local employment: We prioritize hiring local guides, instructors, drivers, cooks and activity providers. Wherever possible, services are delivered by people from the destination, ensuring tourism income remains within the local community.

2. Indigenous and community inclusion: The program includes a Bribri cultural experience, creating opportunities for Indigenous communities to share their knowledge, traditions and local products while generating direct tourism income.

3. Fair employment: We expect our local operating partners and suppliers to comply with Costa Rican employment legislation and pay staff at least the applicable legal minimum wage.

4. Diversity and inclusion: Planet Conservation is committed to equal opportunities and respectful treatment regardless of gender, race, nationality, sexual orientation, religion, disability or background. We encourage our partners to follow the same principles.

5. LGBTQ+ friendly: Our trips are designed to be LGBTQ+ friendly and inclusive, with a focus on creating a welcoming and respectful environment for all travelers.

6. Accessibility: Some activities involve uneven terrain, swimming, hiking, cycling and other physical activities, so the standard itinerary may not be suitable for everyone with limited mobility. We are happy to discuss individual accessibility requirements in advance and adapt activities where reasonably possible.

7. Community benefit: Through our community and conservation activities, travelers contribute their time and support directly to local initiatives, helping ensure that tourism creates benefits for the communities they visit.

People

## LOCAL ECONOMY

1. Locally owned accommodation: We prioritize locally owned accommodation and independent businesses rather than international hotel chains. Our accommodation partner, Eco Travel Hostel / Casa Caribe, is locally focused and strongly connected to the surrounding community.

2. Local economic opportunities: The itinerary is designed to keep tourism spending within the local economy. We work with local guides, instructors, cooks, community organizations and conservation projects. Guests also visit local cultural initiatives, take part in traditional cooking and chocolate experiences, and support community-based activities. This creates income opportunities beyond traditional tourism businesses.

## EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY

1. Local employment: We prioritize hiring local guides, instructors, drivers, cooks and activity providers. Wherever possible, services are delivered by people from the destination, ensuring tourism income remains within the local community.

2. Indigenous and community inclusion: The program includes a Bribri cultural experience, creating opportunities for Indigenous communities to share their knowledge, traditions and local products while generating direct tourism income.

3. Fair employment: We expect our local operating partners and suppliers to comply with Costa Rican employment legislation and pay staff at least the applicable legal minimum wage.

4. Diversity and inclusion: Planet Conservation is committed to equal opportunities and respectful treatment regardless of gender, race, nationality, sexual orientation, religion, disability or background. We encourage our partners to follow the same principles.

5. LGBTQ+ friendly: Our trips are designed to be LGBTQ+ friendly and inclusive, with a focus on creating a welcoming and respectful environment for all travelers.

6. Accessibility: Some activities involve uneven terrain, swimming, hiking, cycling and other physical activities, so the standard itinerary may not be suitable for everyone with limited mobility. We are happy to discuss individual accessibility requirements in advance and adapt activities where reasonably possible.

7. Community benefit: Through our community and conservation activities, travelers contribute their time and support directly to local initiatives, helping ensure that tourism creates benefits for the communities they visit.