Organization and management of the development of ecological tourism in a circular economy

Abstract

In the modern world, the question of the interaction of society and nature is one of the most acute problems among those facing humanity. Today, rapid economic development is causing a significant increase in the use and, consequently, depletion of natural resources. This necessitates the search for a new economic model that could break the link between economic growth and the depletion of natural resources. The study substantiates the theoretical aspects of eco-tourism as an important component of the strategy of sustainable development of tourism in Ukraine. The priority directions of sustainable development of tourism in the context of modernization of economic activity of Ukraine are outlined. The main directions of greening of the tourist sphere are considered. The main functions and principles of eco-tourism are formed and the relevance of the research and the need to develop prospects for the development of eco-tourism in Ukraine are substantiated. The concept of circular economy is a new economic model that manages the development of ecotourism, which allows to resolve the growing contradiction between the need to meet the growing needs of tourists and the limited number of natural, social, economic resources of host destinations in a deteriorating environment.

Prerequisites for the ecologization of recreational and tourist activities in Ukraine

“…An integral component of environmental management in the field of recreational and tourist activities is the environmental management standard ISO 14001 (EMS). Some countries have their own standards (European Union -EMAS) [3]. In addition, there are a number of organizations in the world that are engaged in the development of greening programs.…”

“…However, the generalized analysis of the world experience of establishing ecological and organizational foundations for the functioning of ecological tourism in recreational areas, as well as the problems of regulation and investment support, have not yet been properly reflected in modern scientific research. Preliminary studies are devoted to the study of the formation, existing problems, as well as prospects for the implementation of ecological tourism programs in recreational areas [3,4].…”

Research on the "Agricultural and Tourism Dual Chain" Model of Leisure Agriculture from the Perspective of Circular Economy

“…As the global middle class expands, many nations are fretting over the future of urbanization, rural revitalization, and the travel and leisure industries [3]. Developing agricultural theme parks benefits the public by increasing the availability of recreational spaces, contributing to the smooth merging of urban and rural areas, and highlighting the innovative character of relevant technologies [4]. The successful development of agricultural rehabilitation and advancement of rural regions is directly correlated with the high-quality growth of leisure agriculture, which is an essential aspect of the pastoral industry [5].…”