Irresponsible ecotourism

Russell, Andrew J.; Wallace, Gerry

doi:10.1111/j.0268-540x.2004.00265.x

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“…Such overall discrepancies serve to reflect the heterogeneous character and hazy definitional context of ecotourism, a 'trendy, catch-all word applied to almost any activity that links tourism and nature' (Russell & Wallace, 2004), yet there can be no doubting the significant increase in the volume and value of ecotourism, however defined, as a sector of international tourism. At the same time, ecotourism has, as a means and objective of tourism development, gained international recognition and legitimacy through the establishment of ecotourism associations (e.g.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

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Ecotourism: A Consumption Perspective

Sharpley

2006

Journal of Ecotourism

141

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Over the last quarter century, both the supply of and demand for ecotourism have grown significantly. At the same time, ecotourism has, as a particular form of tourism development, become increasingly recognised and legitimised as a means of achieving sustainable development in destination areas. Underpinning this widespread support for ecotourism is the assumption that tourists themselves are demanding more responsible, environmentally-appropriate forms of tourism yet, as this paper argues, there is little evidence to suggest that the growth in ecotourism has been demand led. Emphasising the key role of responsible behaviour on the part of tourists in the achievement of ecotourism, the paper highlights the characteristics of the ecotourist as compared to that of the mass tourist. These are then challenged by an exploration of the motivation, values and consumption practices of tourists which suggests that there is little distinction between the two. It concludes, therefore, that the ecotourist label has become increasingly irrelevant and that ecotourism development remains elusive.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ecotourism: A Consumption Perspective

Sharpley

2006

Journal of Ecotourism

141

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“…Different researchers describe the ecotourism as one of the extended versions of mass tourism. Some researcher try to demonstrate the term ecotourism as responsible tourism (Russell & Wallace, 2004). The term ecotourism came to the limelight over the last three decades as an alternative to mass tourism and as a meaning to address the untouched tourism considering the less favorable ecological and social consequences (Russell & Wallace, 2004).…”

Section: Eco-tourismmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Some researcher try to demonstrate the term ecotourism as responsible tourism (Russell & Wallace, 2004). The term ecotourism came to the limelight over the last three decades as an alternative to mass tourism and as a meaning to address the untouched tourism considering the less favorable ecological and social consequences (Russell & Wallace, 2004). During the period of globalization, both the developed and the developing world facing the challenges of protecting the natural resource worldwide.…”

Section: Eco-tourismmentioning

confidence: 99%

Analyzing The Problem And Prospects Of Ecotourism: A Review On Bangladesh

Afroz¹,

Mahmud²

2017

IOSR JBM

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“…Además, también se ha cuestionado la tipología del ecoturismo por eclipsar, bajo su etimología y lo que supuestamente conlleva -apreciación y cuidado de la naturaleza y grupos turistas educados, respetuosos y responsables-otros tipos de turismo que podrían contribuir de una mejor manera al desarrollo local integral, como el turismo rural o el turismo rural comunitario (Russell y Wallace, 2004). Se podrían citar una gran cantidad de estudios críticos realizados en otras latitudes en los últimos diez años acerca del ecoturismo en América Latina, Asia y África, pero el punto es que a lo largo de 25 años, desde el diseño curricular y la creación de la carrera, ha habido un enorme aporte teórico y cuantitativo que sustenta la idea de que el ecoturismo como concepto y práctica ha sido cuestionado y ha evolucionado, algo que no se refleja en un currículo sin cambios en un cuarto de siglo, específicamente desde 1991.…”

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Currículo y desarrollo turístico en Guanacaste, Costa Rica: Un análisis de los niveles de educación técnico y superior

Barboza-Núñez¹

2017

Rev. Electr. Educare

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This paper studies the curricular orientation of technical and higher education focused on tourism in technical and public universities in the province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. It also contrasts this orientation with the types of tourism development existing in that province. In addition, the article analyzes the existing relationship between the training, the teaching of tourism, the curricular contents at a technical and higher level, and the job possibilities of young people aged 16-25 in the labor market. Moreover, the paper contrasts the contents of tourism programs at a technical and higher level with the social needs of the region. This paper is based on the critical approaches to tourism development in Latin America and the sociocultural consequences on local people. Finally, it suggests some changes in the teaching of tourism in Guanacaste so that more critical and encompassing approaches to the study of the field can become possible.

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Irresponsible ecotourism

Cited by 19 publications

References 2 publications

Ecotourism: A Consumption Perspective

Ecotourism: A Consumption Perspective

Analyzing The Problem And Prospects Of Ecotourism: A Review On Bangladesh

Currículo y desarrollo turístico en Guanacaste, Costa Rica: Un análisis de los niveles de educación técnico y superior

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