Sustainable Tourism PDF
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This document presents an introduction to sustainable tourism, outlining its nature and scope, the need for sustainable practices, and the key players involved. It explores the importance of environmental, economic, and societal concerns in tourism development and management, and it also touches on the roles of tourists, local communities, governments, and the tourism industry.
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Presented by: Keith Malonzo ustain a S Tourism ble Week 2 Sustainable Tourism Introduction Topics: Nature and Scope of Sustainable Tourism The need for Sustainable Tourism Key players in Sustainable Tourism Development and Management Learning Objectives: Define sustainable tourism...
Presented by: Keith Malonzo ustain a S Tourism ble Week 2 Sustainable Tourism Introduction Topics: Nature and Scope of Sustainable Tourism The need for Sustainable Tourism Key players in Sustainable Tourism Development and Management Learning Objectives: Define sustainable tourism Explain why tourism needs to be sustainable Identify the entities that have key roles in sustainable tourism Getting to know activity: Dream travel destination and why? Facts about yourself under the color/s of your chosen item: BLUE GREEN YELLOW RED PINK BLUE - share something you do well (talents, skills, etc.) GREEN - share your favorite hobby/past time/ activity YELLOW - share your favorite food RED - sharesomething you don’t like PINK - share a goal you have for this year Nature and Scope of Sustainable Tourism SUSTAINABLE TOURISM “management of all resources in such a way that economic, social, and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes, biological diversity, and life support systems. United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Nature and Scope of Sustainable Tourism NATURE Stakeholders areadept in their function Presence of strong political leadership Impacts are continously monitored Tourism provides meaningful experience and high levels of satisfaction Raising tourist awareness Nature and Scope of Sustainable Tourism SCOPE Environment Economy Society Nature and Scope of Sustainable Tourism Viable Environment Economy Framework of the interactions Sustainable among three (3) dimensions Livable Equitable Society The Need for Sustainable Tourism Environment Dependence Economic Activity Social Welfare Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement Tourists Local Communities/Residents Public Sector Tourism Industry Other Players Voluntary Sector Organizations Media Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement TOURISTS Primary consumer of tourism product/services viewed as the major causes of problems in the tourism can be blamed for the negative consequences tourism brings Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement LOCAL COMMUNITY/RESIDENTS Their involvement is part of the democratic process Gives them an avenue for asking questions and raising concerns Can provide accurate information and proper guidance Can reduce potential conflicts Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement PUBLIC SECTOR (Government Agencies) Representatives of the whole population Focuses on the benefits of all Has the ability to make long-term plans Has the ability to regulate and market tourism Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement TOURISM INDUSTRY Three (3) sectors: Generating Zone Transition Zone Destination Zone Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement OTHER PLAYERS Voluntary Sector Organization. Pressure groups Voluntary trusts Charities Industry organizations Key Players in Sustainable Tourism Development andManagement OTHER PLAYERS Media Television Radio Print Internet Knowledge Check! 1. Define tourism. 2. Why does tourism need to be sustainable? 3. Who are the key players in sustainable tourism? he E n d T hank you! T
