International Ecolodge Guidelines
Author: Hitesh Mehta
Publisher:
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780963633170
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Authentic Ecolodges
Author: Hitesh Mehta
Publisher: Harper Collins
Published:
Total Pages: 280
ISBN-13: 0062045067
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Tourism in National Parks and Protected Areas
Author: Paul F. J. Eagles
Publisher: CABI
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 332
ISBN-13: 0851995896
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book describes the state of the art of tourism planning and management in national parks and protected areas. It also provides guidelines for best practice in tourism operations. Other objectives are to: Describe case studies and guidelines that contribute to conservation of biological diversity; consider the role of local communities within or near these areas; outline the development of tourism infrastructure and services; discuss visitor management; provide guidelines to enhance the quality of the tourism experience. The focus is global and the book will appeal to both academics and practitioners.
Ecotourism and Conservation in the Americas
Author: Amanda Stronza
Publisher: CABI
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 292
ISBN-13: 1845934377
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUsing several case studies, regional overviews and thematic analyses, this book evaluates the pros and cons of ecotourism for communities and ecosystems. Focusing on the Americas, it draws perspectives from private tour operators, non-governmental conservation and development organizations, local and indigenous communities and tourism researchers.
Quality Assurance and Certification in Ecotourism
Author: Rosemary Black
Publisher: CABI
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 558
ISBN-13: 1845932382
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGenuine ecotourism can have many positve impacts, particularly the conservation of biodiversity and cultural heritage and the creation of economic opportunities for local communities. While promoting these, it aims to eleminate negative impacts such as environmental degradation, cultural commoditisation and playground effects. Unfortunately, the concept is broadly misunderstood and its true definition is widely debated. It is often used as a marketing tool, with some operators taking advantage of the ecotourism label to attract more business while behaving in environmentally irresponsible ways. This book considers the important topic of quality control and accreditation in ecotourism, describing the mechanisms that can be implemented to ensure quality in all aspects of the industry, namely protected areas, businesses, producs and tour guides.
International Handbook on Ecotourism
Author: Roy Ballantyne
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Published: 2013-01-01
Total Pages: 521
ISBN-13: 0857939971
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRoy and Jan have assembled a timely snapshot of our current understanding of ecotourism, both as a concept worthy of scientific inquiry and as an increasingly significant segment of global commerce and industry. A terrific piece of work! Sam Ham, University of Idaho, US In the 30 or so year since it became established in the tourism literature and in tourism practice, ecotourism has attracted as many proponents as opponents. This Handbook now brings together some of the leading scholars worldwide in this field, to explore the current position of this form of tourism. In doing so, it offers serious critiques, it explores meanings and paradoxes, it offers best practices and it looks to the future. It is the Handbook for one of tourisms fastest growing and controversial sectors. David Airey, University of Surrey, UK This is a most welcome and needed book. With a very strong editorial team and contributing authors, the Handbook covers all the key issues of ecotourism. It cuts through the confusion surrounding the much-misunderstood concept of ecotourism, clearly dealing with definitions, concepts and research issues. The Handbook is particularly welcome for its focus on the visitor experience, a strength of the editors, and for clearly linking the theory of ecotourism with practice in the field. Christopher Cooper, Oxford Brookes University, UK This Handbook brings together contributions from over forty international experts in the field of ecotourism. It provides a critical review and discussion of current issues and concepts it challenges readers to consider the boundaries of what ecotourism is, and could be. The Handbook provides practical information regarding the business of ecotourism; insights into ecotourist behaviour and visitor experiences; and reflections on the practice of ecotourism in a range of different contexts. The Handbook is designed to be a valuable reference book for tourism scholars and researchers.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Green Living
Author: Trish Riley
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 340
ISBN-13: 9781592576623
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe environmental movement and the rising awareness of global warming have spiked an interest in green living. It's not just recycling now. People want to know what they can do to live sustainable lives. What changes do they need to make as consumers and citizens? What are the relative impacts of the changes-that is, which will have the greater impact? They've made up their minds that green living is their goal, so they're not asking for a sermon. They just want simple, how-to facts.
Quality Assurance and Certification in Ecotourism
Author: Rosemary Black
Publisher: CABI
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 556
ISBN-13: 1845932374
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book explores solutions to the problems of inconsistency and even exploitation of the term ecotourism through examples, case studies, and a discussion of quality control and certification. The first part of the book (chapters 2-8) moves the reader through the spectrum of quality assurance tools, from what are perceived to be the least rigorous and effective (awards of excellence and codes of conduct) to more formal, credible and effective methods (certification and accreditation), with a brief foray into using indicators to measure and monitor effectiveness. The second part (chapters 9-23) looks at a range of ecotourism stakeholders' perspectives, with an emphasis in one way or another on various industry certification programmes. A concluding chapter explores the challenges and issues for quality in ecotourism. The book has a glossary and a subject index.
The Ecolodge Sourcebook for Planners & Developers
Author: Donald E. Hawkins
Publisher:
Published: 1995
Total Pages: 180
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA collection of targeted papers from the ecotourism industry's leading practitioners provide in-depth guidance for creating an ecolodge that is culturally, environmentally and financially successful.
Responsible Tourism
Author: Anna Spenceley
Publisher: Earthscan
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 415
ISBN-13: 1849772398
DOWNLOAD EBOOK'Responsible Tourism presents a wide variety of valuable lessons learned in responsible tourism initiatives in Southern Africa that many tourism practitioners can use in their efforts to make the tourism sector work for the poor and for the environment.' Dr Harsh Varma Director Development Assistance Department World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) 'For those interested in how tourism can assist in the economic and social development of societies in need Responsible Tourism effectively integrates scales and types of knowledge to present an informative stimulating perspective. It will be on my boo.
