“Our aim is not only to prevent future generations of whales and dolphins from being raised in captivity, but also to encourage the industry to move towards alternative models, like seaside sanctuaries, that will better provide for the needs of the current captive population,” TripAdvisor’ President of Experiences and Rentals Dermot Halpin said in a statement.
In the case of their new cetacean policy (cetaceans are an order of aquatic mammals including whales and dolphins), TripAdvisor confirmed large attractions like SeaWorld parks will be affected.
CNN has reached out to TripAdvisor by phone for additional comment.
TripAdvisor has specified that although they will not sell tickets to such attractions, they are not removing them from the TripAdvisor site, where users share photos and reviews to inform fellow travelers.