Responsible Tourism: Cape Town Declaration

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According to the Cape Town Declaration, what should guide the fields of education, awareness-raising, media, government, partnerships, markets, etc.?

The definition of responsible tourism

What is the basis for determining responsible tourists and forms of tourism, according to the International Conference?

Measurement of impacts

How does Harold Goodwin define responsible tourism?

Tourism that makes better places for people to live and visit

What is the core principle of the International Coalition for Responsible Tourism's definition of responsible tourism?

Respecting and preserving natural, cultural, and social resources in the long term Signup and view all the answers

What is the emphasis of the Italian Association for Responsible Tourism's definition of responsible tourism?

Economic and social justice, respecting the environment and local culture Signup and view all the answers

What is the common thread among the different definitions of responsible tourism?

Sustainable development and benefiting all stakeholders involved Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the Cape Town Declaration in 2002?

Responsible tourism in destinations Signup and view all the answers

According to the Cape Town Declaration, what are some of the key aspects of responsible tourism?

Minimizing negative environmental and socio-cultural impacts, generating greater economic benefits for local people, and involving local people in decisions that affect their lives Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways responsible tourism contributes to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage?

By making positive contributions Signup and view all the answers

How does responsible tourism enhance the experience of tourists, according to the Cape Town Declaration?

By providing more enjoyable experiences through meaningful connections and interactions with locals Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the International Conference on Responsible Tourism in Destinations held in Kerala, India in 2008?

To review the progress on responsible tourism practices proposed in the Cape Town Declaration Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key principles of responsible tourism, according to the Cape Town Declaration?

Demonstrating cultural sensitivity and respect between tourists and host communities Signup and view all the answers

What should guide different areas of tourism?

The guiding principle for various tourism-related fields such as education, awareness raising, media, government, partnerships, markets, etc.

What determines responsible tourists and practices?

The basis for identifying responsible tourists and tourism practices is the measurement of their impacts.

How does Harold Goodwin define responsible tourism?

Tourism that improves the quality of life for both residents and visitors.

What is the central principle of IRC's responsible tourism definition?

The fundamental core of the definition given by the International Coalition for Responsible Tourism is respecting and safeguarding natural, cultural, and social resources for future generations.