Linking Tourism, Community and Environment through Ecotourism

 

Writer: Wiwik Mahdayani 
Year of Publication: 2013

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Sustainable tourism is a concept that was formed to reinforce the link between tourism and sustainability by integrating the spirit of sustainable development. It is a response to the increasing impact from tourism activities and is expected to become a pillar of all types of tourism. Sustainable tourism development was the driving force that led to the ecotourism sector, which focuses on nature-based responsible travel that can balance environmental conservation and cultural preservation with the need to provide economic opportunities for destination communities. 

This article can be found in The Asian Public Intellectuals (API) Newsletter Issue No. 27 / July – December 2013, page 12. Continue reading here.