Portraits of ecotourism

The IDB builds up a fund of ecotourism experience

Although many projects financed by the Inter-American Development Bank are worth a visit, only a select few qualify as tourist attractions.

Some of these are cultural projects, such as the restoration of historic city centers or archeological sites. Other projects are aimed at preserving natural areas and providing opportunities for tourists to see unique flora and fauna.

While most examples of IDB funding for ecotourism are small initiatives tucked into larger projects, the Bank is also beginning to finance large, self-standing projects. The ecotourism snapshots featured here present a sampling of some of these projects.

Down-home service...	Heart of a continent...	It helps to be amphibious...
Land of enigma...	Toucan's-eye view...	Blue lagoons and red trees...