• Minimizes negative economic, environmental and social impacts.
• Provides more enjoyable experiences for tourists through more meaningful connections with  local people, and a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues.
• Is culturally sensitive, encourages respect  between tourists and hosts, and builds local pride  and confidence.
• Generates greater economic benefits for local people and enhances the well being of host communities.
• Provides accurate information about accessibility  of facilities and infrastructure for people with disabilities (visual, communication, mobility) to customers,
• Involves local people in decisions that affect their lives and life chances, and
• Improves working conditions and access to the industry.

BY:
Pandurang Taware –
Father of Agri Tourism Concept, India.

1. National Tourism Award Recipient 2010, by the Hands of Vice President of India on 3rd march 2010 for most Innovative tourism product.
2. Finalist, Global, Tourism for Tomorrow Award 2011, constituted by WTTC LONDON, for community benefit tourism.
3. Winner Global Responsible Tourism Award 2011 , by Responsible Travel London @ WTM London , Nov 2011, conservation of cultural heritage.