Responsible tourism Case study
Community-based tourism Sustainable tourism
Ecotourism Voluntourism
Green tourism Socially responsible tourism

 

The detailed analysis and examination of a specific example or circumstance, such as a successful responsible tourism initiative, in order to understand its characteristics and draw conclusions. Tourism that minimizes negative social, economic and environmental impacts and generates greater economic benefits for locals and improves working conditions.
Tourism that takes into account its long-term impact on the environment, the economy and the local community, while providing a positive experience for visitors. A type of responsible tourism that directly involves local communities, empowering them and providing economic benefits, while preserving their cultural and environmental heritage.
A type of tourism that combines volunteering with travel, allowing visitors to make positive contributions to the local community and environment, while having an immersive cultural experience. Tourism focused on visiting natural areas and engaging in sustainable practices, such as conservation and education, while minimizing negative effects on the environment and local communities.
Tourism that prioritizes the well-being of local communities, promoting cultural and economic preservation, and ethical practices that treat all stakeholders, from workers to suppliers fairly. Tourism that places an emphasis on being environmentally friendly, highlighting sustainable practices such as reducing waste and carbon emissions, and promoting responsible consumption of resources.

 

Pro-poor tourism Local sourcing
Cultural preservation Tourism certification
Fair trade tourism Reduction of carbon footprint
Responsible wildlife viewing Environmental stewardship

 

The practice of sourcing materials and products from the local area, supporting the community and local economy, while minimizing the carbon footprint associated with transportation. A type of responsible tourism that benefits the poorest members of the local community, helping to reduce poverty, promote social and economic inclusion, and provide dignified and meaningful employment.
A system of standards and guidelines that assess and recognize tourism businesses that meet specific criteria related to sustainability, social responsibility, and local community engagement. The protection and promotion of the unique cultural identities and traditions of a local community, often through tourism activities that respect and celebrate local customs, art, and history.
The practice of reducing the amount of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, emitted by tourism activities, by using sustainable energy sources, reducing waste, and promoting responsible transportation practices. Tourism that promotes fair trade principles, including fair prices, good working conditions, and social and environmental sustainability, throughout the tourism supply chain.
The practice of responsibly managing and protecting the natural environment by reducing waste, reducing carbon and other pollutant emissions, conserving natural resources, and promoting sustainable practices such as eco-friendly transportation. The practice of observing wild animals in their natural habitats in a responsible and sustainable manner, without disturbing their behavior or habitat, and while promoting conservation and education.

 

Ecological footprint Tourism carrying capacity
Destination management Tourism impacts

 

The maximum number of tourists that a particular destination can support without causing negative impacts on the environment, culture, or local community, determined by various factors such as infrastructure, resources, and social carrying capacity. The impact of human activities on the environment, measured by the amount of land and other resources required to produce the goods and services consumed by humans, including tourism.
The economic, social, cultural, and environmental effects of tourism, both positive and negative, on the destination and the local community. The planning, development, and promotion of a destination in a responsible and sustainable way, ensuring that the destination is attractive to tourists while protecting the environment, culture, and local community.