May 1, 2024
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Sustainable tourism is a form of tourism that seeks to minimize its negative effects on the environment and local communities while maximizing its positive impacts. It is based on the principles of sustainability, which means meeting the needs of present tourists and host regions while protecting and enhancing the environment and host communities for the future.
Why Learn About Sustainable Tourism?
There are many reasons to learn about sustainable tourism. First, it is a growing field. As people become more aware of the environmental and social impacts of tourism, they are increasingly seeking out sustainable travel options. This means that there is a growing demand for professionals with knowledge and skills in sustainable tourism.
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Reading list
We've selected nine books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Sustainable Tourism.
Provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable tourism, covering its principles, practices, and impacts. It is written by David Weaver, a leading expert in the field of sustainable tourism.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of sustainable tourism. It is written by two leading experts in the field, C. Michael Hall and Stefan Gössling.
Provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable tourism from a multidisciplinary perspective. It is written by Richard Butler, a leading expert in the field of sustainable tourism.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of sustainable tourism. It is written by two leading experts in the field, Jeremy Smith and Stephen Page.
Provides a comprehensive overview of environmental management for sustainable tourism. It is written by Andrew Holden, a leading expert in the field.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the impacts of climate change on tourism, as well as adaptation and mitigation strategies. It is written by two leading experts in the field, Stefan Gössling and C. Michael Hall.
Provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable tourism from a global perspective. It is written by John Swarbrooke, a leading expert in the field of sustainable tourism.
Provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable tourism in French. It is written by Jean-Pierre Lamoureux, a leading expert in the field of sustainable tourism.
Provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable tourism in German. It is written by Martin Lohmann, a leading expert in the field of sustainable tourism.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
OpenCourser.com/topic/tuu9n4/sustainable
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