A double-loop process for beach quality index construction: Approaching the complexity of the Catalan coast

Bombana, Briana; Ariza, Eduard

doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2019.03.100

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“…To reach the objectives proposed, a set of Catalan beaches (Figure 1) was selected following representative criteria for the heterogeneity of the territory considering the level of urban development: urban, semi-urban and natural beaches (Figure 2). The beach classification has been adapted from Bombana [28] and Ariza et al [43]. Expanding throughout almost 600 km of coastline, the Catalan coast offers a rich diversity of landscapes and natural habitats, including a total of 280 km of beaches [39].…”

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“…Climatic characteristics of destinations are important but are not the only factor involved in choosing a destination [57]. Further research in this area should consider not only atmospheric temperature changes but also the reasons justifying respondents' answers and changes in water temperature, wind speed and precipitation, with implications for sunny/cloudy hours, given that weather comfort on beaches is associated with all the variables discussed [58], as well as the tourism climatic index [59].…”

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“…In some cases, hard engineering structures have been built in an attempt to protect beaches from erosion [27]. However, the decrease in the provision of sediments through river basins may be the central issue leading to the degradation of the landscape and the intensification of erosion further down some coastlines [28].…”

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Considering climate is a key resource for tourism, we investigated beach users’ profiles and their perceptions regarding three acknowledged effects of climate change (CC): temperature changes, reduction in beach area and water restrictions. Chosen as our case study, Catalan beaches are recognized globally as a coastal destination visited by national and international tourists as well as local residents and could, thus, shed light on potential trends. We conducted 867 surveys with users from 18 beaches classified as urban, semi-urban and natural beaches during the summer season. Questions approached three main blocks of information: sociodemographic profiles, characteristics of the stay and mobility, and perceptions regarding potential CC impacts. The results identified differences in profiles and perceptions among users of different types of beaches. Regarding CC effects, temperature changes and beach area reduction appeared to be more limiting and decisive factors than water restrictions in future scenarios, although reductions in drinking water are also less accepted. Foreigners were generally more sensitive to the effects considered, possibly due to their greater flexibility in choosing tourist destinations. Finally, the capacity of this type of approach to highlight key issues and related human behavior in future scenarios is useful for tourism management, especially subsequent adaptation options.

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This study analyzes the content of internet ratings of beaches to identify the indicators used. The methodology used an exploratory internet survey using the term ‘best beaches’ in five languages. For each site, the ranking method used was extracted and the indicators considered were listed, where applicable. Of the 70 websites analyzed, 47 ranked the beaches (67%) but less than 50% used indicators. The remaining were based on the opinion of the editorial board, personal experience, and users’ perceptions. The most used indicator was the color of water, followed by the color of the sand. These results show that the majority of ‘best beaches’ lists are based on subjective criteria. They are an overview of places that appeal to the person that wrote the page and are not scientifically or analytically based. Even when indicators are considered, these are mostly a reflection of the idea of an idealized beach, crystal blue waters with white or gold sand. The actual quality of the beach, including water quality, carrying capacity, and ecosystem balance, is not addressed. Although visual attractiveness is a key element for the public, these rankings should incorporate a wider range of indicators to fully assess the quality of a beach.

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A double-loop process for beach quality index construction: Approaching the complexity of the Catalan coast

Cited by 9 publications

References 44 publications

Will Climate Change Affect the Attractiveness of Beaches? Beach Users’ Perceptions in Catalonia (NW Mediterranean)

Will Climate Change Affect the Attractiveness of Beaches? Beach Users’ Perceptions in Catalonia (NW Mediterranean)

Assessment and Application of Beach Quality Based on Analytic Hierarchy Process in Yangkou Beach, Qingdao

Best beaches of the world: a critique of web-based rating

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