Blue Flag

The Blue Flag is an exclusive eco-label awarded to around 3100 beaches and marinas in 35 countries across Europe, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada and the Caribbean in 2005.

The Blue Flag Campaign is owned and run by the independent non-profit organisation Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE).

The Blue Flag works towards sustainable development at beaches/marinas through strict criteria dealing with water quality, environmental education and information, environmental management, and safety and other services.

The Blue Flag Campaign includes environmental education and information for the public, decision makers and tourism operators.

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