THE THREE DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
ECONOMIC
ENVIRONMENTAL
SOCIAL
The scope of economic dimensions
Wildlife
The Built
Environment
The Natural
Environment
The Farmed
Environment
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Agricultural landscapes
Man made forests
Fish farms
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Transport and infrastructure
Individual building and
structures
Villages and townscapes
Natural
Resources
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Climate
Air
Water
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Birds
Flora
Fish and marine mammals
Land based mammals and
reptiles
Insects
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Rivers and lakes
Beaches
Mountainous area
Caves
Benefits
Cons
Keep local business
viable
Job creation
Stimulates industrial
investment
Congestion
Overdependence on
tourism
Jobs are low paid/seasonal
The scope of socials dimensions
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FOREIGN TOUR OPERATORS
DESTINATION
GOVERNMENT
LOCAL TOURISM INDUSTRY
THE
TOURIST
HOST
COMMUNITY
Benefits gained from tourism
The need to feel safe and secure
Lack of long term commitment to local communities
Images and expectations created by promotional activities
Restrictions on tourists
Promotional activities
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Representation of cultures for tourists
Influence with government decision makers
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Attitudes and relations with the tourists
Impact of tourism on the society and culture