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Mountain tourism - towards a more sustainable path
Mountain tourism towards a more sustainable path ; 120, 2021.
Article in English | CAB Abstracts | ID: covidwho-2278685
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This study highlights the important role that tourism can play in valuing the natural and spiritual heritage of mountains, and the cultural diversity and traditional practices of mountain peoples. Particularly when linked to nature and rural tourism, mountain tourism can make a valuable contribution to promoting sustainable food systems and adding value to local products. Developing sustainable tourism in mountains requires reducing its negative environmental and social impacts and addressing the challenges posed by climate change. The COVID-19 pandemic has already brought about major changes in the mountain tourism sector and substantial losses for communities and businesses. However, consumer appetites for destinations that are outdoors and less crowded have increased in the wake of the pandemic, and these changes usher in new opportunities for mountain destinations to rebuild a greener and more sustainable form of tourism and rethink their products and services. For this to happen, the following measures will be critical innovation and development of year-round tourism experiences;investments in infrastructure, particularly for the digitalization of mountain tourism services;strengthening multi-level-governance, partnerships and active community participation;and ensuring regular assessments of the impact of tourism on mountains, the effective management of waste and resources, and clearer practices for defining and managing the carrying capacity of highland destinations. Nineteen case studies are featured, which highlight solutions being implemented or tested in mountain regions around the world.
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Full text: Available Collection: Databases of international organizations Database: CAB Abstracts Language: English Journal: Mountain tourism towards a more sustainable path Year: 2021 Document Type: Article