Conservation efforts are often seen to be in conflict with local livelihoods and resource use - the 'park versus people' debate. 'Responsible tourism' and 'Ecotourism' are often invoked as a third way that serve both ends. This title presents an examination of what works and wha…
Tackles the vexing 'parks versus people' debate by looking at whether tourism can serve both conservation and development objectives. This book examines policies and institutions in responsible tourism by governments, donor agencies and NGOs. It considers wildlife tourism and ec…
Conservation efforts are often seen to be in conflict with local livelihoods and resource use - the 'park versus people' debate. 'Responsible tourism' and 'Ecotourism' are often invoked as a third way that serve both ends. Yet do they actually work in practice?This volume delves…
A selection of seasoned practitioners tackle the vexing 'parks versus people' debate by looking at whether tourism can serve both conservation and development objectives.