Travel firm Expedia has stopped selling holidays which include performances by captive dolphins and whales.
The tourism practice has been criticised by public figures including the Prime Minister’s wife, Carrie Johnson with Virgin Holidays announcing in 2019 that it would no longer sell tickets to such attractions and experiences.
Expedia Group said in a tweet: “We recently adjusted our animal welfare policy.
“As a result, attractions and activities that involve performances by or interactions with dolphins and other cetaceans will no longer be available on our sites.”
We recently adjusted our animal welfare policy. As a result, attractions and activities that involve performances by or interactions with dolphins and other cetaceans will no longer be available on our sites. Learn more: https://t.co/8MIDMkZGMT
— Expedia Group (@ExpediaGroup) November 5, 2021
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