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What criticism did sustainable tourism primarily evolve from?
What criticism did sustainable tourism primarily evolve from?
Which researcher was among the first to address the negative environmental impacts of tourism?
Which researcher was among the first to address the negative environmental impacts of tourism?
How is sustainable tourism defined by Mathieson and Wall?
How is sustainable tourism defined by Mathieson and Wall?
What is the main goal of the Brundlandt Commission's definition of sustainable development?
What is the main goal of the Brundlandt Commission's definition of sustainable development?
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Which of the following documents was adopted at the 1992 Rio Earth Summit?
Which of the following documents was adopted at the 1992 Rio Earth Summit?
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Since what time frame has international concern about the sustainability of tourism increased?
Since what time frame has international concern about the sustainability of tourism increased?
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What area did the Rio Conference fail to extensively address?
What area did the Rio Conference fail to extensively address?
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Since the early 90s, the concept of sustainable tourism has begun to gain traction in which sectors?
Since the early 90s, the concept of sustainable tourism has begun to gain traction in which sectors?
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What significant global agreement was adopted by all UN Member States in 2015?
What significant global agreement was adopted by all UN Member States in 2015?
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Which year was designated as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development?
Which year was designated as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development?
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What percentage increase in demand for sustainable destinations was recorded between 2014 and 2015?
What percentage increase in demand for sustainable destinations was recorded between 2014 and 2015?
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What is the primary focus of Responsible Tourism?
What is the primary focus of Responsible Tourism?
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What type of tourism denotes practices aligned with natural, social, and community values?
What type of tourism denotes practices aligned with natural, social, and community values?
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What publication marked the birth of the concept of sustainable tourism?
What publication marked the birth of the concept of sustainable tourism?
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Which of the following best defines Ecotourism?
Which of the following best defines Ecotourism?
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What is a crucial aspect of the initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable tourism?
What is a crucial aspect of the initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable tourism?
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What main shift in focus did David Weaver identify in sustainable tourism?
What main shift in focus did David Weaver identify in sustainable tourism?
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What misconception might people have about sustainable tourism?
What misconception might people have about sustainable tourism?
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Which year was dedicated to Eco-tourism by the UNWTO?
Which year was dedicated to Eco-tourism by the UNWTO?
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What was the primary focus of Agenda 21 released in 1996?
What was the primary focus of Agenda 21 released in 1996?
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Which initiative was launched in 2002 to align with the Millennium Development Goals?
Which initiative was launched in 2002 to align with the Millennium Development Goals?
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Which of the following was NOT one of the four themes selected for the International Year of Ecotourism?
Which of the following was NOT one of the four themes selected for the International Year of Ecotourism?
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Which conference recognized the importance of sustainable tourism in its final document titled ‘The future we want’?
Which conference recognized the importance of sustainable tourism in its final document titled ‘The future we want’?
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Which of the following best describes the role of small companies in sustainable tourism?
Which of the following best describes the role of small companies in sustainable tourism?
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Study Notes
History of Sustainable Tourism
- Sustainable tourism evolved as a response to the negative impacts of tourism in the 1970s.
- Jost Krippendorf, a Swiss researcher, was among the first to write about the negative environmental impacts of tourism.
- Mathieson and Wall (1982) defined sustainable tourism based on its economic, physical, and social impacts.
- The concept of sustainable development, which emphasizes meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs, was defined by the Brundlandt Commission in 1987.
- The 1992 Rio Earth Summit, with the adoption of Agenda 21, the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development, and the Statement of principles for the Sustainable Management of Forests, marked a significant step towards global sustainable development.
- The international community's concern for the sustainability of tourism has steadily grown since the 1992 Rio Earth Summit.
- The Journal of Sustainable Tourism was first published in 1993, marking a significant milestone in the development of the concept of sustainable tourism within academic circles.
- David Weaver, a prominent figure in the sustainable tourism movement, emphasized the shift in focus from tourist well-being to the well-being of the host community.
- In 1996, the World Tourism Organization, the World Travel & Tourism Council, and the Earth Council released their own Action Plan 21, aiming to integrate tourism into broader sustainability discussions.
- 2002 was declared the International Year of Ecotourism by the UNWTO, highlighting four key themes: ecotourism policy and planning, regulation, marketing and promotion, and monitoring costs and benefits.
- The World Tourism Organization launched the Sustainable Tourism - Eliminating Poverty program in 2002, aligning with the Millennium Development Goals.
- The importance of sustainable tourism was recognized in the “The future we want” document from the 2012 RIO+20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development.
- The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by all UN member states as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, further reinforced commitment to sustainability across all sectors, including tourism.
- The International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, declared in 2017, highlighted ongoing efforts to promote sustainable tourism globally.
- Demand for sustainable destinations increased by nearly 50% between 2014 and 2015, signifying a growing awareness of sustainable practices among travelers.
- There’s increasing awareness and sensitization of all actors involved in the evolution of the sustainable tourism sector, which is supported by data.
Types of Sustainable Tourism
- Responsible Tourism is about making places better for both residents and visitors. It involves promoting responsible practices among operators, hoteliers, governments, local people, and tourists to make tourism more sustainable.
- Alternative Tourism focuses on aligning with natural, social, and community values, allowing hosts and guests to experience positive and worthwhile interactions.
- Ecotourism emphasizes responsible travel to natural areas, aiming to conserve the environment, sustain local communities, and promote interpretation and education.
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Explore the evolution of sustainable tourism since the 1970s, highlighting key contributors like Jost Krippendorf and significant milestones such as the 1987 Brundlandt Commission report and the 1992 Rio Earth Summit. This quiz will enhance your understanding of the principles and practices that aim to minimize tourism's environmental impact while promoting sustainable development.
