Handbook of Sustainable Tourism

Sustainable tourism is a type of tourism that has more positive effects than negative effects on the environment. It encompasses providing a positive tourism experience while taking into account the considerations for environmental, economic and social issues. It focuses on three major areas, namely, improving tourist experiences, meeting the needs of host communities, and seeking to decrease the detrimental effects of tourism activities. Sustainable tourism takes into account its present and future environmental, economic and social effects by addressing the demands of its local communities and ecological surroundings. The economic growth and preservation of protected areas and regional communities is one of the fundamental tenets of sustainable tourism. Its main objective is to develop and implement effective strategies that maximize tourist potentials, are environment friendly, and are economically beneficial. The topics included in this handbook on sustainable tourism are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to the readers. It is a resource guide for experts as well as students.