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Definition of sustainable tourism
What is tourism attempting to make a low impact on the environment and local culture while generating more jobs.
local authorities
-government funded organizations that provide a service to both local and visiting populations
-engage in activities that boost destination image
-focus on visitors to generate additional revenue
Socio-Cultural Objectives of Tourism
- promoting respect of local culture and values of destination
- support local traditions, art,music, and food.
- involve locals in the development of new tourism sectors
responsible tourist behaviors
making better places for people to live in and better places for people to visit
** does not harm or degrade destination culture or environment
VICE
V-visitor
I- industry
C-community
E- environment
Government ministries and National Tourism Org. (NTOs)
- responsible for managing tourism in a budget
- key priorities research, development, and funding
- encourage repeat visitors
- encourage investment and develop and market positive destination image.
NGO and examples
- mainly charitable organizations supporting a particular cause and rely on donations from supporters.
-work to empower local community and support activities that increase the profile of destination
ex: world wide fund (WWF)
Earthwatch Inst.
direct tourism employment
working in the industry such as a hotel, visitor, cabin crew, where workers deal directly with tourists.
multiplier effect
re-circulation of money. EX: money spent by tourists ill be spent numerous times in an area
Economic Impacts of tourism development
Positive: GDP increases and direct and indirect employment increases
Negative: MEDCs benefit more then LEDCs. Many jobs are seasonal. Leakage.
brand equity
the value of having a well-known brand name which can be used on products and services.
commercial organizations
privately owned businesses. Main goal is to generate profits to pay dividends to shareholders.
ex: tour operators, travel agents, accommodation providers, attraction and guiding services.
Environmental objectives of tourism
- monitor impacts of tourism in sensitive areas
- require environmental impact assessments are conducted
- develop carrying capacity regulations to protect local ecology
methods for successful visitor and traffic management
- creating park and ride schemes
-seasonal limitation of visitor numbers
-zoning of an area
** used in issues of overcrowding and traffic congestion
leakage
Money lost from a destination through, for example, foreign labor, foreign ownerships and imports
brand recall
the ability of customers to memorize and recall brands and associated products.
Specialized tour operator
Tour operators have the potential to ensure that good education exists through their advertising in brochures and via the internet.
Indirect tourism employment
working for suppliers to the industry such as catering suppliers, manufacturing of aircraft.
Usage of funds
improving infrastructure, building new community facilities, rec park, or community center.
Positive Environmental Impacts of Tourism
- improved assets
- landscaping
- conservation
- regeneration of environment
Destination Management Company (DMC)
-uses extensive local knowledge and resources to offer a professional service in organizing and running events, assisting n transport, etc.
- offer competitive fees
economic objectives of tourism
- increase GDP
- increase visitor arrival and expenditure
- increase both quantity and quality of jobs
stakeholder
anyone who has interest in an organization
environmental impact assessment (EIA)
allows policy makers and managers to assess the environmental impacts of any proposed development.
** both positive and negative
Positive Socio-Cultural Impacts of Tourism
- supportive force for peace
- foster a sense of pride in local traditions
- help minimize imbalances caused by past issues by creating local job opportunities