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What is Humane Tourism?

By Darci Galati, President & Founder of CANDi

July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

Millions of travelers encounter dogs and cats during their journeys. Their wellbeing influences visitor experiences, reflects community health, and shapes how destinations are perceived around the world.

A destination cannot truly be regenerative if one part of its community is overlooked.

By supporting local humane care organizations, expanding access to veterinary services, investing in sterilization and vaccination programs, and building partnerships with the tourism industry, destinations can create healthier communities for both people and animals.

This is what we call Humane Tourism.

Because the future of tourism is about more than reducing our footprint.

It is about leaving every destination more compassionate, more resilient, and better than we found it.