Uniworld cares At Uniworld, we believe sustainability is the key to a better world. In the course of traveling the great rivers of the world and meeting people from all over the globe, it’s nearly impossible not to stand in awe of the beauty and power of the natural environment and the cultures that call it home. This love for the world around us drives our commitment to implementing sustainable business and travel practices, while supporting the nature and people around us ensures that the very places we live in and travel to will remain vibrant for future generations. Our company-wide efforts to make a positive difference in the world are based upon the three pillars of environmental, social and economic responsibility.
TreadRight Foundation Founded in 2008 as a joint initiative between Uniworld and each member of The Travel Corporation family of brands, the TreadRight Foundation encourages the sustainable development of tourism by supporting projects that benefit the environment, cultural heritages and local communities.
TreadRight ambassador A leading environmentalist, adventurer and explorer, Céline Cousteau truly embodies the TreadRight philosophy. As a documentary filmmaker and gifted storyteller, Céline has traveled the world working to help amplify the voices of the amazing individuals who are working to protect ecosystems, wildlife and people. In 2015, TreadRight welcomed Céline as an official ambassador, helping to tell the stories of TreadRight projects and partners.
Environmental responsibility In partnership with The TreadRight Foundation and The Travel Foundation, Uniworld created the first-of-its-kind Environmental Sustainability River Cruising Guide in 2013. We also implemented industry-leading green initiatives at our corporate offices and partnered with WHOLE WORLD Water to help provide safe drinking water where it is needed most.
Social responsibility Our dedication to social responsibility takes many forms. In addition to providing excursions that immerse travelers in local cultures, we promote various charities, including the “Future of Khmer Children”; donate materials no longer in use on our ships; and help to develop programs focused on preserving local communities and cultures.
Economic responsibility Uniworld is committed to supporting environmentally conscious business throughout the destinations to which we travel. By introducing our guests to these local, sustainable ventures, we are able to provide truly unique experiences to travelers while bringing economic opportunity to the region.
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