Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism : From Principle to Practice in the New Millennium

• Other Authors: Bricker, Kelly S. (Editor), Kariithi, Jacqueline (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Palm Bay, FL : Apple Academic Press, 2025.
• Edition: First edition.
• Series: Advances in hospitality and tourism book series.
• Subjects: Ecotourism.; Sustainable tourism.; elektronické knihy; electronic books
• ISBN: 9781003494461; 9781040120842; 9781040052501; 9781774916827; 9781774916834
• Physical Description: 1 online zdroj (210 stran).
• Access: Plný text je dostupný pouze z IP adres počítačů Univerzity Tomáše Bati ve Zlíně nebo vzdáleným přístupem pro zaměstnance a studenty

At a time when the world is plagued with pandemics, natural disasters, wars, and resulting hardships, nature-based tourism is on the decline, disrupting essential funding streams for protected areas where biodiversity and human vulnerability are highest and at greatest risk, especially in Africa and Latin America. This new book presents case studies from around the world that demonstrate the importance of naturebased tourism and sustainable development through tourism. The book explores various areas of sustainable development goals (SDGs) that exemplify the contribution of sustainable tourism to cultural heritage, protected areas, and community benefits. It explains how ecotourism can benefit the economy and wildlife in a mutual manner. It also emphasizes the importance and benefit of involving local communities in tourism planning. Key features: Includes timely case studies demonstrating sustainable tourism Offers strategies for addressing sustainable tourism issues and challenges faced around the world Presents practical applications of sustainable development strategies through ecotourism Considers the impact of ecotourism on local communities