Biodiversity and Tourism

Duim, V.R. van der; Caalders, J.D.A.D.

doi:10.1016/s0160-7383(01)00087-1

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“…Our results indicate that biodiversity protection positively influences altruistic values, enhancing tourists' concern for the welfare of other species. This resonates with the notion that tourism experiences in natural sites rich in biodiversity can raise awareness, fostering a sense of wonder, curiosity, and respect for nature [55,56]. Furthermore, our findings are congruent with the idea that tourism serves as a platform for skills and education related to biodiversity conservation [4].…”

Section: Structural Modelsupporting

confidence: 85%

Tourist Values and Well-Being in Rural Tourism: Insights from Biodiversity Protection and Rational Automobile Use in Al-Ahsa Oasis, Saudi Arabia

AlAli,

Hassan,

Abdelmoaty

2024

Sustainability

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In response to the escalating significance of sustainable tourism and the growing global concern for environmental conservation, the current study sought to investigate the intricate dynamics of two pro-environmental behaviors (biodiversity protection and rational car use), personal values (altruistic, biospheric, and egoistic), farm tourists’ well-being, and environmental and activity attachment among farm tourists in the Al-Ahsa region of Saudi Arabia. Employing an online survey, our methodology involved partial least structural equation modeling to unravel the complex relationships among these variables. Based on responses retrieved from 309 farm tourists, results revealed that biodiversity protection significantly influenced altruistic values and the well-being of farm tourists. Additionally, rational automobile use exerted positive impacts on both altruistic and biospheric values. These results underscore the intricate dynamics shaping tourists’ attitudes and experiences in the Al-Ahsa region. The study contributes to the broader understanding of sustainable tourism practices, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions. The positive associations identified highlight the potential for farm tourism experiences to enhance both pro-environmental values and the well-being of tourists, thus offering valuable insights for future research and sustainable tourism initiatives.

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Section: Structural Modelsupporting

confidence: 85%

Tourist Values and Well-Being in Rural Tourism: Insights from Biodiversity Protection and Rational Automobile Use in Al-Ahsa Oasis, Saudi Arabia

AlAli,

Hassan,

Abdelmoaty

2024

Sustainability

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“…À celle d'un territoire, ils sont de natures diverses et concernent les déplacements, la qualité de l'eau, la gestion des déchets, la pression immobilière et la conservation des paysages, mais aussi le dynamisme économique et l'emploi (Papageorgiou et Brotherton, 1999 ;van der Duim et Caalders, 2002). Le développement du tourisme peut également avoir des conséquences sociologiques complexes pour les habitants des espaces concernés (Michaud, 2001).…”

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Combiner tourisme et conservation patrimoniale

Gallet

2014

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Du fait d’une pression touristique croissante sur les sites naturels ou culturels et leur environnement, la gestion de la fréquentation devient un enjeu majeur sur ces derniers. En présentant l’exemple du site de Carnac, cet article montre comment, par une démarche scientifique, des solutions originales de gestion de la fréquentation, adaptées aux caractéristiques parfois complexes de chaque site, peuvent être mises en oeuvre. Ainsi, la gestion de ce site est fondée sur une connaissance fine de l’écologie des milieux présents ainsi que sur une phase relativement longue d’observations et d’expérimentations. Le protocole d’ouverture établi permet un contingentement des visiteurs en période de haute fréquentation et de grande sensibilité de la végétation, et une ouverture plus libre en hiver. En outre, il permet un accès du public sans aménagement interne au site, tout en préservant l’intégrité écologique et archéologique du site.

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“…More often than not, congestion at NBT destinations results in a decline of CPRs, which can lead to exhaustion and extinction of the resources, unless the visitation rate to the destination is controlled to a certain degree below the limit of the environmental carrying capacity [6]. Cases of habitat changes, degradation and loss, and wildlife disturbance have been widely reported as some of the issues faced by NBT destinations [7,8]. In Mamirua Sustainable Development Reserve Brazil, an overcapacity of tourists has been reported to cause negative impacts on the environment of the reserve [9].…”

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Perceptions of Multiple Stakeholders about Environmental Issues at a Nature-Based Tourism Destination: The Case of Yakushima Island, Japan

2019

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The success of nature-based tourism destinations depends on the sustainable use of common pool resources (CPRs). More often than not, tourism demands compete for these resources, exerting pressure on them, resulting in decline of the CPRs. Managing tourism and environmental resources has become extremely important, but also more complex, as the interests of different stakeholders are intertwined across international, national, and local levels. Hence, this study aimed to investigate how stakeholder groups perceive the issues relating to the environment using Yakushima Island, Japan for a case study. Quantitative data were collected by administering a questionnaire to residents and tourism practitioners, while qualitative data were gathered through semi-structured interviews conducted with organizations involved with tourism and environmental management in Yakushima. The study reveals that the underlying environmental issues in Yakushima result from an increase in tourists and controversial management of deer populations. Both residents and tourism practitioners indicated that more trash in the community was the most significant impact of tourism on the environment. Some perceptions were contradictory. Management authorities noted an increase in the deer population, which needs to be controlled to prevent damage to natural vegetation. Most tour guides reported a decrease in the sighting of deer along hiking trails, frustrating the genuine expectations of the tourist. The connection of the deer issue to tourism turned out to be very complex, as an overabundance of deer endangers parts of the vegetation tourists come to enjoy, while at the same time deer are an important part of the tourists’ experience. Different perceptions on deer by different stakeholders add to this complexity, which needs to be taken into consideration for proper management of tourists and deer in the future.

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Biodiversity and Tourism

Cited by 61 publications

References 9 publications

Tourist Values and Well-Being in Rural Tourism: Insights from Biodiversity Protection and Rational Automobile Use in Al-Ahsa Oasis, Saudi Arabia

Tourist Values and Well-Being in Rural Tourism: Insights from Biodiversity Protection and Rational Automobile Use in Al-Ahsa Oasis, Saudi Arabia

Combiner tourisme et conservation patrimoniale

Perceptions of Multiple Stakeholders about Environmental Issues at a Nature-Based Tourism Destination: The Case of Yakushima Island, Japan

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