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Is Sustainable Tourism Economically Viable? CHAPTER 3 Thinking through Sustainable Tourism Worldwide increase in travel. Billions of people are travelling: 1.1 billion international travelers Developed & developing countries. ◦ Developed: more economically developed country, advanced technological infrastructure, standards of living. ◦ Developing or less developed: lower standards of living, lower life expectancy, less education, less income ?? Top 10 biggest spender in international tourism?? Germany, US, UK, China, France, Italy, Japan, Canada, Russia, Netherlands. Thinking through Sustainable Tourism Why more tourists/travel?? Shorter working hours (vs. agricultural society) Greater individual prosperity Advanced technology (computers & machines) Making leisure & travel the largest & fastest growing industry in the world. Thinking through Sustainable Tourism More countries recognizing the world’s appetite for experiencing environments & culture other than their own is a global economic opportunity. Tourism is an activity of Global importance. Growing source of income & employment (National, regional, state, local) Thinking through Sustainable Tourism BUT…the opportunity tourism offers for positive Economic & Social benefits for TOMORROW depends on decisions made TODAY. Choice: Plan tourism development or let happen haphazardly, hoping for the best. Clear policies are needed now to protect the future, why? ◦ 1 planet, limited environments, more limited natural environments. ◦ Population continues to grow & travel & will only INCREASE Tragedy of the Commons Thinking through Sustainable Tourism Reluctance to accept a sustainable tourism philosophy o Concern that policies will hurt economic growth. Is it always true? In long term, ST has the goal of increasing the quality of life of the area & lifetime of the tourism product/destination Higher quality environment = happy visitors = potential for repeat visitors! Key to economic growth. Thinking through Sustainable Tourism: At the Local Level When considering expanding tourism in their area 1. Conduct a Tourism Inventory ◦ What attractions are in the area? What may be interesting to people? 2. Then develop a set of guidelines for ST development. The Economics of Growth through Tourism Tourism Inventory: ◦ May suggest preserving historic sites, buildings, culture, heritage attractions & natural beauty for long-term economic & social gain. Research: travelers willing to stay longer & spend more $$ in areas that sustain the culture & environment. Develop a set of guidelines for ST development 1. Develop strategic marketing plan that includes the concepts of ST. ◦ make locals aware of benefits of tourism to the area, ◦ make tourists aware of what tourism products use ST practices 2. Develop local guidelines for well-managed tourism programs ◦ specific to the area 3. Recognize that ST can provide a basis for long-term growth. Thinking through Sustainable Tourism: At the Local Level Marketing tourism products as “sustainable” benefits local communities while appealing to tourists. Through well-designed tourism products, the visitor may better understand the history, heritage, culture, & arts of the destination. Local population can take pride in the tourism products & in its heritage, environment, & cultural values. Educate locals about issues & care. Thinking through Sustainable Tourism: Working together Well-managed tourism programs can ◦ help maintain & protect natural & artificial attractions, ◦ allow access by more people to the natural environment & cultural heritage. ◦ create long-term opportunities via recognizing visitor carrying capacity, & creating cooperative programs (government & businesses) Carrying capacity: the maximum # of people an environment can support without detrimental effects. Review…  Plan well for tourism development vs. let it happen haphazardly?  may not have a second chance  Three questions: 1. whether tourism can be economically viable for private companies while being sensitive to (environmental, social, cultural) needs and meeting requirements of tourists? 2. whether ST can meet policies aimed at economic growth? 3. whether governments, private sector entities, local communities, nonprofit organizations, and tourists are ready (accept, plan for, participate in, lobby for, and manage )for ST program? Thinking through Sustainable Tourism  Tourism businesses now have the realization that ◦ quality natural & built environments enhance their ability to keep tourism in the future. ◦ tourists desire more products with a strong environmental, heritage & cultural component.  Local businesses need to partner with governments to promote environmental protection policies that are in their best interest. Thinking through Sustainable Tourism Balancing between: o Local residents & tourists have the right to live and travel in quality environments. o Businesses have the right to earn economic benefits from conducting and marketing quality tourism environments. The Economics of Growth through Tourism Abundant research reveal economic benefits of tourism to local communities. However, tourism is not necessarily a panacea for economic woes. Before trying to develop tourism in a local community, there should be a cost-benefit analysis, economic impact study, & social & environmental impact studies. The Economics of Growth through Tourism Key consideration in overall evaluation of impact of tourism: The ability of tourism to provide future benefits to the host community. Tourism ?=? Improve local economy & enhance QOL of residents Only well-researched, well-planned, & well-managed tourism programs that take into account the LOCAL, CULTURAL, & NATURAL environments have a good chance The Economics of Growth through Tourism Economic Benefits: New Businesses International tourists; Job Growth rural tourists Increased Income New products (tourism) improved infrastructure economic diversification Social Benefit: Community pride Strategic Planning for Sustainable Tourism If ST programs are going to be successful in providing quality environments for future generations, tourism development must involve local people & businesses in decisions that affect their lives. Local support is crucial. This is key to the success of ST. o o o o Surveys Town Hall Meetings Special Forums Focus groups, etc. Host-tourists relationship Safaris in Africa Strategic Planning for Sustainable Tourism  Reaching the goal of Sustainable Tourism requires progress be made in 5 dimensions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Economic $$ Human (quality of life) Environmental Political (vision & recognition) Technological (infrastructure)  5 Dimensions are closely related & intertwined.  Actions in 1 dimension can reinforce, expand, or enhance goals in another dimension.  Request policy change, even major, may worth it Strategic Planning for Sustainable Tourism When planning for ST, Tourism based on environmental & cultural concerns should be embraced as part of the economic development process for the local community. o Use tourism to help the local community (environment & culture, social) o Can use natural & artificial tourist attractions to fuel economic growth (Disney World, historic sites) Marketing the Sustainable Tourism Product  Sustainable tourism definitely on the rise  40-60% of international tourists travel to experience & appreciate nature. ◦ Rainforest tours, Whale watching ◦ Mt climbing, Scuba  ST has been an aspect of more than half of the top ten activities of U.S. resident travelers  Tourists travelling to experience nature spend more time & $$$. Marketing the Sustainable Tourism Product Many countries recognize importance of ST and are making efforts in marketing ST elements.  US: focus on public awareness ◦National Park Service: ◦U.S. Heritage Conservation and recreation Service  Eastern Caribbean: environmental protection o Belize, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Jamaica-good reputation o Preserving Paradise Project: solid & ship generated waste management Marketing the Sustainable Tourism Product As public’s desire for ST increases, more countries are making visitors aware of ST practices, increasing marketing in heritage & cultural sites. Australia, New Zealand, Costa Rica, United Kingdom, France, Korea, Canada, Ahead of the world curve in terms of effectively developing/marketing ST. Marketing the Sustainable Tourism Product As popularity of travel continues, tourism market competition will increase. Competition will require greater cooperation between all levels of government & tourism businesses. Coopetition More partnerships will be need to be formed to be more competitive. o Conservation $$$ o Bundling attractions. o Duel marketing campaigns Wine trails Marketing the Sustainable Tourism Product ST also has to look at economic impact of marketing old products in new ways. Educate tourists on conservation measures. Safari tourism in Africa. oLet tourists know how to care for flora & fauna. osave animals from extinction.  If economy benefits (jobs & income) from safaris (tourists), safari businesses will be more likely to unite with the government.  Locals have strong incentive to preserve animals, habits & prevent poaching. Safaris save animals! Sustainable Tourism at Work Big Cedar Lodge ◦ Use cooperative marketing with Branson, MO ◦ Demonstrate forward-looking view of development. Use ST to add to economic growth of area. ◦ Philosophy behind development protect the wilderness. ◦ Model can be accomplished successfully/profitably if principles of ST are followed. ECOTOURISM Chapter 4 The importance of natural experiences “To the body and mind which have been cramped by noxious work or company, nature is medicinal and restores their tone.” Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) Ecotourism Intro video Ecotourism in the Philippines Costa Rica Indonesia Nature Based Tourism was Never So Good  Many travelers are motivated by opportunities to experience nature • plants: flora, animals: fauna.  The desire to gain a better understanding of how other people or groups of people currently live or have lived (past) on the planet appeals to many people. religion, military, history, heritage The Natural Environment  Attracts tourists pleasant climate scenic wonders (rock formations, salt deposits) beautiful coastlines majestic mountains and valleys rugged woods sounds of the sea Can we enjoy nature & at the same time leave it unspoiled?  Key to successful tourism in natural environments is balancing the # of tourists with the capacities of the environment in a way that allows for the greatest interaction with the environment with the least amount of destruction & disruption. • Balance visitation and preservation, how?? Ecotourism  Term often used rather than sustainable tourism BUT, NOT the same thing.  Main motivation of Ecotourism: observation and appreciation of nature, as well as traditional cultures in natural areas.  Contains “educational & interpretation features.” interpretation: a communication process, designed to reveal meanings and relationships of our cultural and natural heritage, through involvement with objects, artifacts, landscapes and sites, not simply presenting information, but a specific communication strategy that is used to translate that information for people, from the technical language of the expert, to the everyday language of the visitor Ecotourism  Goal: Minimize negative impacts on the natural & sociocultural environment.  Typically organized for small groups by specialized and small locally owned businesses, but not always. Ecotourist  Typical (profile) of eco-tourists:     older graduate degree higher levels of disposable income travel w/ family or friends ??? Sustainable Tourism  History has proven that unplanned, unmanaged tourism that exceeds the carrying capacity tends to be a short-term enterprise.  Promoters of tourism & Promoters of conservation of nature have the choice of 3 types of relationships: ??? 1. conflict - Disagreement 2. coexistence - Tolerate each other 3. symbiosis - working together for common goals ultimate goal. Both groups benefit! ECOTOUORISM: The consciousness of Sustainable Tourism  More destinations & businesses are aggressively pursuing ecotourism as a specialized part of their Sustainable Tourism development strategies. Exploring options for Ecotourism & how to incorporate into tourism plan.  Ecotourism emerged in 1980s. Main components: nature-based attractions & education or appreciation as motivations.  Now added environmentally & socioculturally sustainable as criteria. ECOTOUORISM: The consciousness of Sustainable Tourism  Definition: A sustainable form of nature-based tourism that focuses primarily on experiencing and learning about nature which is ethically managed to be lowimpact, non-consumptive & locally oriented. Nature-based Attractions  Attractions that are the focus of ecotourism can range from 2 approaches: 1. Holistic approach: an emphasis on the entire ecosystem (rainforest, coral reef) plants & animals are presented as part of the ecosystem but no species is given more precedence. 2. Elemental Approach: an emphasis on selected components of the ecosystem (giant pandas, gorillas) more rarely flora (redwoods, flowers) Educational Interaction  Motivations of education and learning about the natural environment distinguishes ecotourism from other nature-based tourism products (beach resort) where the natural environment provides a convenient, pretty setting.  Culture associated with the ecosystem is part of the attraction. Environmental & Sociocultural Sustainability  Ecotourism is the only tourism sector where environmentally & socially sustainable practices are a requirement for the activity to occur.  Other sectors of tourism-bonus but not requirement. (education, outdoor adventure, agri-tourism) Environmental & Sociocultural Sustainability  How sustainable the ecotourism endeavor is can range from a “basic” ecotourism model to a deeper approach.  Basic: focuses on sustaining the on-site direct impacts.  Deeper: focus on enhancement of the site and its surrounding areas, while also taking into account indirect impacts. Hard & Soft Ecotourism  Soft Ecotourism: more conventional (normal standards) tourist market High comfort multi-purpose trip desire unchallenging mentally & physical experiences, Do not seek out experiences that are troubling or physically uncomfortable moderate environmental commitment Shorter trips, larger groups emphasis on interpretation rely on travel agents or tour operators Hard & Soft Ecotourism  Hard Ecotoursim: small groups longer, specialized trips mentally & physically challenging strong desire to improve the environment strong environmental commitment few services expected, not comfort driven emphasis interpretation as a result of personal experience with environment tend to make own travel arrangements *Hard Ecotourism is not better than Soft Ecotourism, both are needed. Hard vs. Soft Ecotourism Mass Ecotourism  Ecotourism can occur as a form of Mass Tourism. Ex: Safaris & visits to National Parks  Late 1990s ecotourism 20% of global tourism market. 20% of US travel market. Current statistics for global market range 30%-60% Eco Lodge Small lodges within or adjacent to protected areas designed to blend into the local natural environment and using green technologies. Provide accommodation, food, interpretation & tour guide service. Most owned & operated by local communities. But more begin to be corporately owned. Mediating Ecotourism Attractions  A type of attraction on its own but also facilitates interaction with the natural environment or another attraction. Cable Cars Canopy Walk Ways Tree Top Walk Atlantis Submarine Fleet ?What type of tourists, eco-tourists do they cater to?  Tend to cater to large #s & soft eco-tourists convenient, comfortable access to inaccessible settings.  Tend to be corporate owned b/c high construction & operation costs. Mediating Attractions  Skyrail in rainforest, Australia  Atlantis submarine  Canopy tour  Treetop walkway Ecotourism “Hot Spots”  Rainforests  Amazon River What are some typical ecotourism hot spots??  Antarctica (National Geographic)  Coral Reefs (some debate about SCUBA & snorkeling qualifying as ecotourism)  Not much ecotourism activity in desert or grassland settings  All-inclusive ecotourism resorts: Costa Rica Ecotourism “Hot Spots”  Australia has strongest national reputation as ecotourism destination. diverse species body governing ecotourism ecotourism certification program Other countries: Belize, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Iceland, Peru *Conventional tourism still dominates tourism market. Concentration in public protected areas  Most ecotourism occurs within public protected areas (e.g., national parks) Why?  Large areas with natural attractions  multiple natural attractions in one area  Laws & regulations ensuring preservation of flora & fauna  Well-established image (as natural destination, conservation) *Experience can be delivered by private tourism business or national park/government employees (park ranger) Private Protected Areas  Private protected areas are growing. • Non-profit organization for conservation purposes may offer tourism product. • Commercial Nature Reserves and game parks that aggressively attract tourists. Western US: hunting for elk & other game. Urban Ecotourism  Urban areas are extremely modified spaces (vs. natural state), typically seen unsuited for ecotourism.  BUT now the emerging concept of Urban Ecotourism.  Areas: remnants of natural habitats & reclaimed & restored sites, river valleys, hills e.g., colony of 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats that roost beneath Congress Ave. Bridge, in Austin, TX attracts 100,000 visitors year, $8 million revenue Ecotourism: Benefits 1. Greatest benefit: provide a direct financial incentive for the preservation of natural habitats and animal species. 2. Provides funds to protect the environment through tourist expenditures. e.g., High paying safari tourists provide the means to save lions, gorillas, cheetahs in Africa from extinction & poaching 3. Encourages locals to take on role of environmental advocates to maintain the economic benefits of ecotourism. 4. Encourages rehabilitation of species 5. Increases awareness of the need for conservation of natural & cultural assets. Environmental Costs  Environmental problems from ecotourism incurred by the removal of native plants to construct Eco lodges, visit attractions & trails. *Usually small & acceptable b/c of the possibilities for rehabilitation with the ecotourism endeavor.  Inadvertent costs: mainly associated w/ effects of wildlife viewing, hiking , driving , boating or swimming that is carried out in order to access the wildlife. Environmental Costs  E.g., whale watching has changed whale’s behavior patterns Ecotourism has spread disease to plants & animals  Dangers from regarding certain wildlife species as more important than others. Giant Panda vs. Fungus If panda is seen as more valuable, then priority may be given to protect panda, even though the fungus has an important role in ecosystem. Quality Control  Problems w/ term “ecotourism” not being used correctly.  Tourism product may not meet criteria.  Does not adopt a ecotourism approach.  http://www.whalewatch.co.nz/content/ourphilosophy/ Chapter 1 TOURISM TODAY & TOMORROW TOURISM TODAY & TOMORROW  Properly managed tourism has the potential to improve the SOCIAL/ CULTURAL, ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL dimensions of future lifestyles.  Now and in the future, one of the most important purposes of tourism policies and philosophies will be to integrate the economic, political, cultural, intellectual & environmental BENEFITS of tourism for people, destinations & countries, resulting in a HIGHER QUALITY OF LIFE. TOURISM TODAY & TOMORROW  What we are going to do this semester…  Explore goals, objectives, policies & strategies aimed at protecting & enhancing the NATURAL & BUILT environments. HISTORY  People have always been traveling for one reason or another.  A million years ago: survival, hunting, fishing, gathering food, following herds of animals, migrating to areas for safety & security, food, water.  Travelling for trade.  Greeks travelled to learn about other cultures & experience scenic beauty. HISTORY  Romans travelled for military conquests, built first elaborate road system.  NOW: SPACE TRAVEL.  Travel has played a vital role in the development of civilizations as we know them.  Exchanged culture & knowledge, learning from others. TODAY  Travel for business, pleasure, sports, artistic endeavors, music, history, religion.  Tourism continues to take advantage of better transportation and communication technology. book flight & hotel on phone  People travelling more. More opportunities. Better informed  This helps people understand natural environment & cultures. TODAY  Through sustainable tourism policies & philosophies, the natural & built environments will sustain tourism as a legacy for future generations.  Legacy? A gift handed down from previous generations to later generations. Way of making A LIVING.  People are going to travel more & more. Have you travelled more than your parents? Grandparents? TODAY  Resources have to be managed in a way to sustain tourism.  Have you visited a place and thought “they got it right?” or wrong? Felt like you were submerged in the culture or did not interact with the culture?  What makes you want to revisit a place?? TODAY  New & forward thinking policies, concepts & principles & practices thinking sustainably will direct tourism’s future.  Idea of sustainability is still growing & catching on.  You could be the future of tourism. Career in tourism. Concept of using sustainable tourism to stimulate economic growth but still maintain the natural & built environments is getting more attention from governments, businesses & academia.  TODAY  1st Center for Sustainable Tourism created in School of Business in 1988 in CO.  1970s-focus of tourism was almost exclusively economic growth & financial gain.  1980s-started realizing the impact of tourism on natural environments, new environmental regulations. 1990s- started realizing the social impacts of tourism, particularly local communities. (history, heritage, cultures)  TODAY  Now, strong movement toward management of 3 elements as conditions of sustainable tourism: ECONOMY ENVIRONMENT SOCIAL In text, environment means natural habitat, built structures, culture, heritage, history, social interactions. Pink lake TODAY  Managing sustainable tourism depends on forward looking policies, sound philosophies, and positive relationships between local communities, private businesses & governments working together in a way to protect the natural & built environment while still allowing for economic benefits of tourism & growth. THE WORLD OF TOURISM  Tourism is BIG BUSINESS.  #1 industry in the world.  Travel expenditures are major source of income & employment for many nations. #2 in US.  Now realization that the future of tourism depends on its development being in harmony with concerns for the environment and cultures. THE WORLD OF TOURISM  Cultural tourism assets, as a part of sustainable tourism: museums art galleries historical theme parks music events local cuisine dance theater art festivals cultural festivals THE WORLD OF TOURISM  Ecotourism: tourism based upon an undisturbed natural area, w/ an emphasis on the protection of the areas flora (plants) & fauna (wildlife). Include education & conservation component to the experience. TOMORROW  A clean environment is not only good for the planet, but also for tourism & competitiveness for tourism products.  Consumers are willing to pay more for a clean environment.  Beyond consumers willing to pay more, the environment is tourism industry’s most important resource.  Environment is the essence of most tourist products. lying on beach, whale watching, experiencing native social culture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIXIZKTbVhI BP oil spill HOW?  Choosing a sustainable management approach is a complex process that requires evaluation of : economic policies environmental policies cultural policies heritage policies social policies HOW?  Design the least intrusive form of intervention that results in efficient, effective & fair decisions on tourism development.  Allowing profitable tourism enterprises while preventing damage to the natural and built environment.  The approach that is chosen is critical in determining long-term tourism sustainability. ISSUES  Complex & hard to grasp without education.  Even harder to develop a plan.  Phrase can mean anything to anyone.  Idea is alluring but has little practical application  Businesses and governments may use phrase in marketing bust give false impression of environmental & social responsibility to public. A PHILOSOPHIC APPROACH TO SUSTAINABLE TOURISM "Tourism in the 21st century will be a major vehicle for fulfilling people’s aspirations for a higher quality of life. . .Tourism also has the potential to be one of the most important stimulants for global improvement in the social, cultural, economic, political and ecological dimensions of future lifestyles.” David Edgell, 1990 • Achieving growth in a manner that does not deplete the natural & built environments & preserves the cultural, history, heritage and arts of the local community. • Sustainable management of resources will lead to acceptable conservation and the development of a higher-quality tourism product, enhancing & enriching the environment. • Humans have the ability to use & modify environments in both positive and negative ways. We want to enrich the environment, not destroy. 1. Meeting the needs of VISITORS. 2. Meeting the needs of HOST COMMUNITIES. 3. PROTECTING & ENHANCING the tourism attraction/destination area for the future as part of a national ECONOMIC RESOURCE. ?? Any example ?? • History: 1832 George Catlin, artist concerned about destruction of Native American Indian civilization, wildlife & wilderness as settlements spread west. • 1872: Yellowstone 1st National Park. First time public lands set aside “for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.” • 1916: National Park Service created • Now: Major economic benefit to U.S. For every $1 in the budget, generates $4 to public. • National Parks attract businesses & individuals to local area resulting in economic growth in areas near parks. • Within a 50 mile radius, generates $13.3 Billion local businesses & private sector (food, lodging, transportation), 267,000 private sector jobs (not in U.S. Park Service), #s conservative • • • • Paying for sustainable tourism Political acceptance Policy acceptance Developing a plan BUT in recent years, awareness has grown, cooperation between groups improved, improving the achievability of Sustainable Tourism. • Example of innovative strategies by governments & private sector working together: Admission charges to natural & historic places can be based upon their uniqueness, that in turn provides self-funded site maintenance & improvement & moderation of use. Ex: Mt Everest & Nepal government • Adding Environmental Sensitivity awareness to Marketing Campaigns. • Often incidents where tourists are “insensitive” to surroundings. • Suggests that tourists & environment may not be compatible. Trashing Mt. Everest Harassing Whales Taking corals, rocks, seashells as souvenirs Trampling plants Introducing Invasive Species (major problem, biological damage) Chipping fragments of Native American Abode Stealing artifacts Destroying fabricated objects of historical/artistic significance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZY8Fjd_KZc • Not just about the interaction of the tourist and the physical environment. • Also the interaction of the tourist with the present culture, history & heritage of the area. heritage: evidence of the past/history (structures, sites), customs, traditions, what has been passed down • Responsible tourists should educate themselves in order to adapt to societal differences, particularly when travelling abroad. Customs of the area/culture visiting. • Natural environment- big reason why people travel to destinations. • Organizations finding ways to protect the natural resources ?? Such as ?? o Gathering groups of volunteers with passion for the natural environment or a specific resource, enlisting these groups to help protect and take care of the environment. Making standard part of programs. National and local levels. “Friends of the river” National Park Service Volunteer Program VIP. • 2004: 1ST Index of Destination Stewardship Stewardship: the responsible overseeing and protection of something considered worth caring for and preserving • Ranked 115 World Destination in Sustainability • Criteria: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Environmental & Ecological quality Social & Cultural Integrity (adherence to cultural traditions & customs) Condition of Historic Buildings & Archaeological sites Aesthetic Appeal Quality of Tourism Management Outlook for the Future • Ranked “The Good,” “Not So Good,” “Getting Ugly” • Results surprised many destinations & led to improvements being taken. Any guess on best rated places? • • • • New Zealand (South Island) Australia (Kakadu Naitonal Park) Spain (Medieval Granada) Chile (Torres del Paine) Any guess on places with severe problems? • • • • Dominican Republic (north coast) Egypt (Northern Red Sea coast) Spain (Costa del Sol) U.S. (Great Smoky Mountain, Everglades) • Sustainable tourism practice in developed countries? • Tirol, Austria • Physical environment: Eco-efficiency: taking advantage of the benefits & successes of using minimal resources & putting minimum pollution into the environment. • To practice Eco-efficiency, tourism developers have to consider the environment creatively through product design, construction & operation. Protecting the environment, using energy efficient practices, providing credible environmental information for visitors, using environmentally sound values in management operations. http://vimeo.com/76127180 Maldives & water • Sustainable tourism is both MORALLY right & good for business. • Now the recognition that tourism’s survival depends on a healthy environment. • Governments, countries, businesses, organizations now developing long-term policies rather than short-term fixes. • Keeping tourism alive to ensure the Quality of Life for future generations…not an easy task. • Modern sustainable tourism policy is a positive approach seeking to maintain quality tourism products over an extended period while meeting growing demand. • Unless the tourism industry is careful, tourism activities can harm the environment and diminish it attractiveness. • WORLD CONSERVATION UNION 4 major principles for Sustainable Tourism 1. Ecological Sustainability: Development is compatible w/ the maintenance of essential ecological processes, biological diversity & biological resources. Ecology: the branch of biology dealing with the relations and interactions between organisms and their environment, including other organisms 4 major principles for Sustainable Tourism 2. Cultural Sensitivity: Development increases people’s control over their lives, is compatible w/ the cultural & values of those affected by the development, maintains & strengthens COMMUNITY IDENTITY. 3. Economic Sustainability: Development is economically efficient & resources are managed so they can support future generations. 4. Local Sustainability: Development is designed to benefit local communities & sustain profit for local businesses. • To be successful, the tourism industry, governments (all levels), & nonprofits must endorse Sustainable Tourism philosophies & practices. • If accepted, strategies can be developed that give travel & tourism the opportunity to be a SOLUTION rather than a contributor to economic, social, & environmental challenges facing the future. • Educating ALL partners in tourism will continue the course of Sustainable Tourism. http://on.aol.com/video/protecting-the-galapagos-islands517139660 • How the Galapagos is protected from overdevelopment & exposure.
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