Responsible Tourism
is an approach to managing and conducting tourism and not a destination, the result of Responsible Tourism is a better place for people to live, for people to visit. , and the measure of success is higher income, more satisfactory jobs, improved cultural, social, and natural facilities.
Responsible tourism minimizes negative economic, environmental and social impacts; generate many economic benefits for local people and improve the well-being of local communities, improve working conditions and access to the tourism industry.
Core
At the core of Responsible Tourism are the principles of sustainable tourism, which, according to the United Nations Environment Program and the World Tourism Organization, aim to:
- Making optimal use of environmental resources constitutes an important factor in tourism development, maintaining important ecological processes and helping to preserve natural heritage and biodiversity.
- Respect the socio-cultural authenticity of local communities, preserve their buildings, living cultural heritage and traditional values, and contribute to intercultural understanding and tolerance .
- Ensure feasibility, long-term economic benefits for all stakeholders are distributed equitably, including stable jobs, income generating opportunities and social services for localities , along with contributing to poverty alleviation.
Rule
- The key to the success of Responsible Tourism is first and foremost the responsibility of all stakeholders.
- Every single decision we make every day can have an impact on people and the environment around us.
- To practice responsible tourism requires that we be guided by our own consciences, ethics and the laws of our society, to make decisions when both tourism suppliers and consumers will has the most positive net benefit to people and the surrounding environment.
In short, the tourism industry requires us to take responsibility for our own actions (and shortcomings), to be able to act, and to make a positive difference.
Benefit
The benefits of Responsible Tourism include:
- Minimize negative impacts on the economy, environment and society;
- Create many economic benefits and improve the welfare of local people;
- Improve working conditions and participation in tourism;
- Encourage local people to participate in decisions that affect their own lives;
- Contribute actively to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage;
- Provide interesting experiences for visitors through the link between tourists and local people;
- Create understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues;
- Encourage mutual respect between tourists and locals;
- Building trust and national pride for the community.
