Conde Nast Traveler has released the 2010 winners of their World Savers Awards, which recognizes companies that have "been creative in protecting, conserving, and supporting natural environments and local communities." From 164 applicants worldwide, the judges picked 32 companies across five categories: education, environmental and/or cultural preservation, health, poverty relief, and wildlife conservation.
Assistant Editor's Note: Of the 32 organizations honored, six are Adventure Travel Trade Association Members, below.
&Beyond Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - Honorable Mention, Health
Gap Adventures - Co–Runner–Up, Poverty Relief
Metropolitan Touring - Honorable Mention, Poverty Relief
Micato Safaris - Overall Winner, Tour Operators; Winner, Education (Read the press release)
Nature Air - Overall Winner, Airlines
Orion Expedition Cruises - Honorable Mention, Education
Wilderness Safaris - Winner, Health
For more information on the Conde Nast 2010 World Savers Award contest and winners, read the full article.