Nature & Society
This 18th and 19th-century movement celebrated the beauty of natural landscapes and influenced early ideas around nature conservation and tourism.
The Romantic Movement
This major international event in 1972 laid the groundwork for discussions on environmental protection and sustainable development.
The Stockholm Conference
This term describes tourism that seeks to be ecologically, socially, and economically sustainable, evolving alongside the concept of sustainable development.
sustainable tourism
In 2015, the United Nations adopted these global objectives, which aim to balance economic growth, environmental protection, and social inclusion.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The establishment of these protected areas in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was a pivotal moment in the conservation movement, setting land aside for public enjoyment and wildlife protection
national parks
This concept was popularized by the Brundtland Report in 1987, defining it as development that meets present needs without compromising future generations.
sustainable development
In the early stages of sustainable tourism, the primary focus was on this environmental component, with less emphasis on social and economic issues.
environmental conservation
Tourism is seen as contributing to several SDGs, particularly through promoting this, which is essential for poverty reduction and economic growth.
sustainable economic development
This term measures the impact of human activities on the environment by calculating the amount of natural resources required to sustain those activities and absorb waste.
ecological footprint
The publication of this report marked a turning point in global discussions on sustainable development and was titled "Our Common Future."
The Brundtland Report
The idea of this type of tourism, which emphasizes low-impact, small-scale travel, played a significant role in the early development of sustainable tourism.
ecotourism
This international organization has been a major proponent of integrating sustainable practices into tourism through policy guidance and advocacy.
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
Emerging in the early 20th century, this approach to conservation emphasized the efficient use and sustainable management of natural resources, promoting both environmental protection and economic development.
Progressive Conservation
This foundational principle is at the heart of sustainable development, focusing on the balance of environmental, economic, and social considerations.
The Triple Bottom Line
In sustainable tourism, there has been a shift from solely focusing on environmental protection to including these two additional pillars for comprehensive sustainability.
social and economic sustainability
The application of sustainable development principles in tourism often requires collaboration across these three sectors to be effective.
The public sector, private sector, and civil society
The creation of this national park marked the first time a park was established primarily for its ecological significance rather than its scenic beauty.
Everglades National Park
The 1992 Earth Summit led to the creation of this non-binding action plan, which influenced sustainable practices in various industries, including tourism.
Agenda 21
The evolution of sustainable tourism has seen a shift from a conservation-based approach to an approach that emphasizes this broader form of well-being.
social and community well-being
The integration of sustainable tourism into development policies is often met with this challenge, which includes differing interests, priorities, and levels of understanding across stakeholders.
policy coherence and stakeholder coordination