As an archipelago within Western Pacific Ocean, the Republic of Palau has some interesting firsts. It is the location of the world’s first shark sanctuary, which was set forth in September 2009. Then four years later, Palau became home to a designated fully-protected marine sanctuary.
Now, the tourism sector of this Pacific Island nation is ushering in another first. Ol’au Palau, a new sustainability initiative, will promote responsible tourism through a gaming app requiring travelers to complete eco-friendly measures.
“Palau’s desire for more positive, sustainable and regenerative behavior from visitors is born from necessity, because its economy is inextricably linked to its ecology,” said Jennifer
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