sustainable tourism and sustainable development

04/13/2023AP.KISHOR JAHAN

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SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT


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CONTENTS

SUSTAINABILITY PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES TOURISM SUSTAINABLE TOURISM OBJECTIVE OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM BRANCHES OF TOURISM BENIFITS OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AND SOCIO- CULTURAL IMPACTS CONCLUSION REFERENCES


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Sustainability

Being able to meet the needs of present generations without compromising the needs for future generations.


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The concept of sustainable tourism has grown out of the concept of sustainable development (SD), whose most popular definition has arisen from the World Commission on Environment and Development(the Brundtland Commission).

Their 1986 report (Our Common Future) defined SD as: development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.


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Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development is an old concept."Sustainable development is development

that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." [UNEP, 1987]


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Sustainable Development Principles

Four basic principles are crucial to the concept of sustainability:1. The idea of holistic planning, cross- sectoral

planning and strategy making2. The importance of preserving essential

ecological processes3. The need to protect both human heritage and

biodiversity4. The requirement that development should be

carried out so that productivity does not deplete resources for the long term and future generations


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TOURISM

Tourism is one of the world's fastest growing industries and an important source of foreign exchange and employment for many developing countries and developed countries.

Tourism that focuses on natural environments is a large and growing part of the tourism industry.


10Sustainable Tourism

Sustainable tourism has to meet social, cultural, ecological and economic requirements.

Sustainable tourism holds a long-term view, for present and future generations, ethically and Socially just and culturally adapted, ecologically viable and economically sensible and productive.


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Sustainable tourism should also maintain a high level of tourist satisfaction and ensure a meaningful experience to the tourists, raising their awareness about sustainability issues and promoting sustainable tourism practices amongst them.


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OBJECTIVE OF ST

The objective of Sustainable Tourism is to implement all areas of Sustainable Development (ecology, economy, social issues, and cultural issues) in tourism.


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Principles of Sustainable Tourism

The concept of sustainability as a resource development and management philosophy is permeating all levels of policy and practice relating to tourism, from local to global.

Sustainable tourism can fulfil economic, social, and aesthetic needs while maintaining cultural integrity and ecological processes.


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It can provide for today’s hosts and guests while protecting and enhancing the same opportunity for the future.

sustainable tourism involves making hard political choices based on complex social, economic, and environmental trade-offs.


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Tourism should be planned and managed in a sustainable manner, with due regard for the protection and appropriate economic uses of the natural and human environment in host areas.

Tourism should be undertaken with equity in mind to distribute fairly benefits and costs among tourism promoters and host peoples and areas.


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BRANCHES OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM

There are a number of terms used to discuss tourism that relates in some way relate or are similar to sustainable tourism.


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Ecotourism - tourism that respects the environment by focusing on environmental protection or appreciation of the environment in some form.

Geo tourism - tourism that sustains, or even enhances, the geographical character of a place, such as its culture, environment, heritage, and the well-being of its residents.

Volun tourism - is a form of travel where one volunteers on projects which give back to the community.


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Responsible tourism - tourism that creates better places for people to live in, and better places to visit through: minimizing negative economic, environmental and

social impacts generating greater economic benefits for local

people and enhances the well being of host communities

improving working conditions and access to the industry

involving local people in decisions that affect their lives and life chances


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making positive contributions to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage embracing diversity

providing more enjoyable experiences for tourists through more meaningful connections with local people, and a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues

providing access for physically challenged people being culturally sensitive, encouraging respect

between tourists and hosts, and building local pride and confidence


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BENEFITS OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM

Achieve efficiency and saving in business operating activities; ECO logical=ECO nomic

Maintain natural cycle and marine – costal eco systems and their influence in global climate change.

Preserve the destination attraction that prompted tourists to visit them in the first place.


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Maintain destination quality and competitiveness.

Protect and improve prospective investment opportunities.

Protect and conserve biodiversity as legacy for future generation.


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SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AND THE SOCIO-CULTURAL IMPACTS

The sustainable development approach is particularly important when applying socio-cultural impacts.

Because this sector depends mostly on tourist attractions and activities that are related to both the natural environment, historic and cultural heritage of an area.


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If these resources are degraded or destroyed, then tourism cannot thrive.

Maintaining the desirable aspects of cultural traditions and ethnic identities is another important element of conserving the cultural heritage of an area.


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What more could be added to this list? What can be improved? What things need to be protected?

What things need to be protectedPeople and culturesNatural ResourcesBiodiversityEnvironment and Ecosystems


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What needs to be developed.Quality of lifeJustice and social equalityEqual opportunityInstitutionsCulture of sustainabilityFair incomeDialogue and Communication


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Conclusion

If tourism is to be sustainable it must move away from its traditional growth-oriented model to one concerned with a sustainable set of goals and principles.

Sustainable tourism must be seen as a goal in tourism development.


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There are many stakeholders in the field of sustainable tourism.

The major areas include; the host community, governmental bodies, tourism industry, tourists, pressure groups, voluntary sector, experts, and the media.


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