CBT does not simply seek to maximize profits for investors. Rather, it is more concerned with the impact of tourism on the community and environment.

From a community development strategy, CBT uses tourism management as a tool to strengthen community organization through communitywide participation.

CBT appeals to adventurous people with a passion for learning about local cultures and traditional ways of life.

• Takes environmental, social, and cultural sustainability into account
• Community owns and manages projects for the benefit of the community
• Visitors increase their awareness and learn about local peoples and cultures
  
• Lodging with a local family, sharing their homes and eating meals together
• Range of activities organized by the community

MAP Partner-Organizations with CBT Projects

MAP's CBT Homestay Project on Pra Thong Island - Thailand 
Andaman Coast Community Tourism - Thailand 
Andaman Discoveries - Thailand
Thailand Community Based Tourism Institute (CBT-I)
Gazi Women's Ecotourism Project - Kenya