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