Evaluation of sustainable development indicators of nature-based tourism in developed and developing countries

How has rural tourism influenced the sustainable development of traditional villages? A systematic literature review

“…In addition, rural areas, occupations, lifestyles, and cultural assets they have influenced, such as food, architecture, landscapes, and living in harmony with nature, are now seen as crucial resources for the sustainable development of rural communities, comparable to Japan [ 58 , 59 ]. A significant portion of research on sustainable tourism focuses on sustainability indicators and measuring methods, encompassing social, economic, and environmental aspects [ [60] , [61] , [62] ].…”

“…Traditional villages possess both communal and heritage attributes [ 63 ]. Although there is extensive research on the conservation and development of heritage sites [ 39 , [64] , [65] , [66] ] sustainable rural tourism with sustainability assessment [ 60 , 61 ], community participation [ 49 ], government interventions [ 67 , 68 ], and spatial planning [ 69 ], there is a lack of research that effectively addresses the dual goals of preserving heritage and promoting community development while also supporting the sustainable development of traditional villages.…”

Key factors of nature-based tourism future development in less-developed nature destinations: Case study: Ardabil province of Iran

“…Therefore, based on findings, environmental impact management is crucial in less developed destinations. In contrast, according to Faraji Vaghaslo et al (2023), developed countries tend to prioritize environmental indicators due to heightened concerns regarding the environmental impacts of NBT development. A regulatory framework is thus necessary to evaluate the effects of NBT activities on the environment, enabling management plans to align with long-term sustainability goals (Canteiro et al, 2018).…”