ES295 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: World Tourism Organization, Ecotourism, Sustainable Tourism
1 Nov 2020
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Nature based tourism that is ecologically sustainable and is based on relatively undisturbed natural environments, directly contributing to the protection of the location. An enlightening nature-travel experience that contributes to the conservation of the ecosystem and host communities. Responsible travel to natural areas which conserve the environment and improve welfare of locals. Must be consistent with a positive environmental ethic. Nature-based tourism which involves education of natural environment and is managed to be ecologically sustainable. Low-impact nature tourism which contributes to the maintenance of of species and habitats through a direct a conservation direct approach or an indirect approach through finances. A sustainable form of natural-based tourism that is focused on experiencing and learning about nature. Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing and learning about nature. Ecotourism as a form of tourism: since ecotourism is form of tourism it should meet the criteria used by the world.
