Scenic America is a member of the Global Geotourism Partnership, led by the National Geographic Society’s Center for Sustainable Destinations (CSD). The CSD is a mission program within the Society dedicated to promoting the principles of geotourism.

Geotourism is defined as tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place – its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well-being of its residents.

As the only national nonprofit organization actively dedicated to protection of the visual environment, Scenic America is an important resource for entities that are trying to protect the aesthetic character and appeal of a destination.

To view the CSD’s landmark CHOICES video, click here.