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What is the foundation and consequence of responsible tourism?
What is the foundation and consequence of responsible tourism?
What should tourism activities be conducted in harmony with?
What should tourism activities be conducted in harmony with?
Who should acquaint themselves with and respect the tourists who visit them?
Who should acquaint themselves with and respect the tourists who visit them?
What is the task of the public authorities in relation to tourists?
What is the task of the public authorities in relation to tourists?
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Why should public authorities pay particular attention to the safety of foreign tourists?
Why should public authorities pay particular attention to the safety of foreign tourists?
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What should be severely condemned and punished according to their respective national laws?
What should be severely condemned and punished according to their respective national laws?
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What should be facilitated by the public authorities according to the needs of tourists?
What should be facilitated by the public authorities according to the needs of tourists?
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What is the role of education and training in relation to tourism?
What is the role of education and training in relation to tourism?
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What should be respected by stakeholders in tourism development and tourists themselves?
What should be respected by stakeholders in tourism development and tourists themselves?
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What is the purpose of responsible tourism?
What is the purpose of responsible tourism?
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Study Notes
Sustainability Principles
- Renewable resources should not be extracted at a rate that exceeds their renewal rate
- The environment's absorptive capacity should not be exceeded
- Non-renewable resources should be minimized and not exceed agreed minimum strategic levels
Social Sustainability
- Maintains social cohesion and ability to work towards common goals
- Meets individual needs such as health, nutrition, shelter, education, and cultural expression
Economic Sustainability
- Achieves financial feasibility while moving towards social and environmental sustainability
- Sustainable tourism presents a paradox, with successful concept diffusion but continued environmental impact growth
Local Governance and Plan for Development
- Tourism has positive economic impacts, but can also have negative environmental effects
- Unplanned and uncontrolled tourism growth can compromise environmental quality
- A theoretical framework for tourism sustainability assesses impacts on environmental balance, accessibility, socio-economic dynamics, territorial and social justice, and equality on job opportunities
Local Governance and Infrastructure
- The public sector monitors tourism activities and development to secure reliable information
- Local government must invest in infrastructure improvement to support tourism development, including roads, water, electricity, and waste management
Local Government and Private Sector of Economy
- The role of tourism on environmental and human development is ambiguous
- Local governments can assess renewable resources, consider costs and benefits, involve local stakeholders, and examine financing options
Policies to Promote Renewable Energy
- Progressive policy-making has the greatest impact on renewable energy future
- Effective government policies promote renewable energy technologies, with a focus on extending access to electricity and transportation fuels
Global Code of Ethics for Tourism
- A comprehensive set of principles guiding key players in tourism development
- Principles include:
- Observing and promoting ethical values and respect for diversity
- Conducting tourism activities in harmony with host regions and respecting local laws and customs
- Acquainting host communities with tourists' lifestyles and expectations
- Providing protection for tourists and visitors, and facilitating information and assistance
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This quiz covers the principles of sustainability, including the extraction of renewable resources and the absorptive capacity of the environment. It also touches on social sustainability and individual needs.