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TOPIC 9 ECO TOURISM & ECO TOURIST - Coggle Diagram
TOPIC 9 ECO TOURISM & ECO TOURIST
ECOTOURISM
Ecotourism (also called sustainable tourism) can be defined by a variety of travel practices, but it all comes down to a general set of ideas.
Additionally, ecotourism is a part of environmental conservation and understanding what the needs of the people are who are local to the area so that you can help to improve their quality of life. It also involves learning more about the history of other cities and preserving historical landmarks.
EC0-LODGE
The term ecolodge was formally launched in the marketplace at the first international ecolodge forum and field seminar held in 1994 at Maho bay camps in the U.S virgin islands. formal dialogue at this conference resulted in the ecolodge sourcebook for planners and developers(Hawkins et al 1995).
Ecolodge definition:
It conserve the surrounding environment, both natural and cultural
it has minimal impact on the natural surroundings during construction.
it fits into its specific physical and cultural contexts through careful attention to form, landscape and colour as well as the use f localized architecture
What is ecotourism
Even though definitions vary most agree that the main components of ecotourism are:
Ecotourism features interpretation and education
Ecotourism is ecologically sustainable
Ecotourism incorporates cultural considerations
There is net return/benefit to the local community
The 8 principles of ecotourism
focuses on personally experiencing natural areas in ways that lead to greater understanding and appreciation.
Integrates opportunities to understand natural areas into each experience.
3.Represents best practice for ecologically sustainable tourism.
positively contributes to the ongoing conservation of natural areas.
provides constructive ongoing contributions to local communities.
sensitive to, interprets and involves different cultures, particularly indigenous culture.
consistently meets client expectations.
marketing is accurate and leads to realistic expectations
BENEFIT OF ECOTOURISM
Economic development and diversification, particularly in regional areas.
The tendency for greater expenditure and length of stay by ecotourists (compared to tourists generally).
The generation of income for conservation and management of national parks and other public land.
Quality employment opportunities utilising local knowledge.
IMPORTANCE OF ECOTOURISM
Ecotourism is valuable for people and the Planet
Sustainable tourism is a learning experience for everyone involved
Ecotourism Promotes Economic Stability
Become More Sensitive Through Ecotourism
Ecotourism Reduces our Carbon Footprint
Animals Suffer When We Don’t Travel Sustainably
Planning to Travel Sustainably is Easier Than Ever Before
ECO-TOURIST vs ECO-DESTINATIONS
ECOTOURIST :
Areas or attractions of natural beauty.
Small group sizes and away from crowds.
ECO DESTINATION :
nature features conserve within a protected landscape
low density development, where natural areas are abundant and the built landscape does not dominate
Eco destination planning guidelines
The planning of an eco destination depends on baseline data of social and environmental factors. zoning strategies, regulations that can prevent deliberate abuse of fragile ecosystems, local participation in developing a set of standards for limits of acceptable change, and long term monitoring
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The three broad market segments
Impulse
Characterised by nature based day trips away from the main tourist destinations and mainly booked locally by domestic and international tourists
Active
Characterised by younger and middle aged professionals who generally book in advance. There is a skew to domestic tourists although there could well be the potential for growth through international marketing, infrastructure and product development.
Personalised
Essentially older professionals (or retired) who expect to be well looked after by the operator. This segment is skewed to international tourists who book overnight ecotours