An integrative framework for sustainability evaluation in tourism: applying the framework to tourism product development in Finnish Lapland

García-Rosell, José-Carlos; Mäkinen, Jukka

doi:10.1080/09669582.2012.708038

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“…If tourism is to contribute to sustainability at all levels then arguably tourism planning should also involve some form of sustainability evaluation of tourism development proposals before they are implemented. Despite a growing literature on sustainability assessment of tourism, the proposed systems are designed for existing tourism activities and the outcomes of tourism developments [35,36]. Such a pre-implementation assessment would more directly consider tourism as one possible tool for achieving sustainability and examine its value as a means to an end, rather than an end itself.…”

Section: Tourism and Sustainability: Confusion And Conflictmentioning

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There Is No Such Thing as Sustainable Tourism: Re-Conceptualizing Tourism as a Tool for Sustainability

2014

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Abstract:Increased global concern about sustainability has placed pressure on businesses to justify the value of their products and services beyond personal profit and to take responsibility for the negative impacts of their activities. Tourism is particularly susceptible to this pressure, given its generally poor track record in terms of negative social, cultural and environmental impacts, and the lack of compelling evidence of benefits for either the individual tourist or destination communities. While the management of tourism impacts and the relationship between tourism and sustainability have been paid considerable attention by tourism academics, there is little evidence of any significant change in tourism practice. This paper will argue that this lack of change reflects problems in the way tourism academics have conceptualized sustainable tourism. After reviewing these problems with sustainable tourism, this paper will offer an alternative framework for sustainable tourism that focuses on the concept of quality-of-life, recognizes the complexity of tourism within local and global systems, adheres to the principles of responsible tourism, and explicitly assesses the value of tourism as one tool, amongst many, for sustainability. One potential application of the framework will be demonstrated with a case study of tourism development on Magnetic Island in Australia.

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Section: Tourism and Sustainability: Confusion And Conflictmentioning

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There Is No Such Thing as Sustainable Tourism: Re-Conceptualizing Tourism as a Tool for Sustainability

2014

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“…Yet, what principles and capacities help to enable "quality of life" can vary significantly, and theory building is desperately needed to address moral questions about the good life and good tourism that could help ground sustainability principles, environmental and community well-being and individual quality of life in relation to tourism [104,152,153]. A limited number of studies have arisen to evaluate the success of sustainability in tourism-related endeavors using planning and management tools that draw upon key ethical theories (see, e.g., [92,154]). …”

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“…Qualitative indicators plus quantitative to monitor and evaluate social sustainability, social and environmental justice, improving well-being of marginalized, disadvantaged groups, racism, gender equity, democratic participation and local control, social cohesion and inclusion of local knowledge [91,92].…”

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An Integrated Approach to “Sustainable Community-Based Tourism”

2016

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Two rich knowledge domains have been evolving along parallel pathways in tourism studies: sustainable tourism (ST) and community-based tourism (CBT). Within both lie diverse definitions, principles, criteria, critical success factors and benefits sought or outcomes desired, advocated by different stakeholders ranging from quasi-governmental and non-profit organizations to public-private sector and academic interests. This poses significant challenges to those interested in theory building, research and practice in the sustainable development and management of tourism. The paper builds on a previous article published in Sustainability by presenting an integrated framework based on a comprehensive, in-depth review and analysis of the tourism-related literature. The study reveals not just common ground and differences that might be anticipated, but also important sustainability dimensions that are lagging or require much greater attention, such as equity, justice, ethical and governance issues. A preliminary framework of "sustainable community-based tourism" (SCBT) is forwarded that attempts to bridge the disparate literature on ST and CBT. Critical directions forward are offered to progress research and sustainability-oriented practices towards more effective development and management of tourism in the 21st century.

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“…En la práctica diaria del desarrollo de productos turísticos, las actividades de producción y consumo tienden a marcar una intensa interacción entre las organizaciones del turismo y los distintos actores que intervienen, al centrarse en una zona específica observando los cambios del mercado y sus tendencias, así como las sinergias y los conflictos entre los grupos de interés, y a su vez el desarrollo de productos puede ser utilizado estratégicamente para realizar evaluaciones de sostenibilidad en la práctica del turismo (García-Rosell y Mäkinen, 2013). Un aspecto importante en el diseño de productos y servicios es la percepción que los turistas se forman en su mente sobre la calidad de éstos los cuales repercuten en las experiencias positivas y negativas; éstas influyen la decisión de compra quedando grabadas en el subconsciente, por lo que es importante considerar los elementos que impactan en las emociones de las personas para el diseño del producto o servicio, entre los que se pueden mencionar la esté-tica de los lugares, la infraestructura, y sobre todo la calidad de los productos y servicios (Pikkemaat y Weiermair, 2003).…”

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Cómo diseñar una imagen rural turística Una propuesta conceptual.

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An integrative framework for sustainability evaluation in tourism: applying the framework to tourism product development in Finnish Lapland

Cited by 35 publications

References 55 publications

There Is No Such Thing as Sustainable Tourism: Re-Conceptualizing Tourism as a Tool for Sustainability

There Is No Such Thing as Sustainable Tourism: Re-Conceptualizing Tourism as a Tool for Sustainability

An Integrated Approach to “Sustainable Community-Based Tourism”

Cómo diseñar una imagen rural turística Una propuesta conceptual.

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