To
curb ecological damage caused by booming tourist numbers - a global
problem - a bold, permanent entry visa process was created for Pacific
nation, Palau. Visitors
have a pledge stamped in their passports, which they must sign before an
officer. This agreement – dedicated to Palau’s children – is a formal
promise to act in an environmentally responsible way. A redesigned
tourism experience includes: passport insert; inflight film shown on all
inbound flights; education for citizens; business accreditation;
website; signage; penalties. Palau is the first country to incorporate environmental practices into its immigration laws.
