Traveling in iconic world heritage sites, we had the chance to witness some stunning natural ecosystems from which communities can thrive. Our ecological heritage is our biggest asset. Protecting and valuing it, at our own level, can have indirect and direct benefits for our society and economy. Many of these ecosystems are highly fragile and threatened by human activity directly (blast fishing, shark finning etc) and indirectly (plastic pollution and climate change). Reconnecting with these ecosystems and restoring them is possible. It means offering sustainable alternatives to polluting or destructive methods, relying on local strengths, for and with local communities.