Overtourism: Lessons for a Better Future

As tourism resumes in a post-COVID-19 world, this book will be an essential guide to making sure that tourism is sustainable and regenerative.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 424 pages
Publication date: 28 July 2021
Publisher: Island Press

Overtourism, a significant global concern before the COVID-19 pandemic, posed a threat to natural environments and the quality of life for residents in popular travel destinations. Suddenly, tourism came to a halt, leaving many wondering about its future. However, it is evident that travel will resume, and the question is how we can approach it differently this time.

In Overtourism: Lessons for a Better Future, a comprehensive book that brings together a diverse range of experts, the focus is on sustainable and regenerative tourism. The book explores the issue of overcrowding in various tourism destinations, including historic cities, national parks, World Heritage Sites, beaches, and coastal communities. It examines the causes and effects of overtourism and proposes management approaches that can balance the economic benefits of tourism with the well-being of local communities.

One of the key insights from the book is the recognition that each tourism destination presents unique challenges. However, there are common mitigation strategies that can be applied across different types of locations. These strategies include visitor education, traffic planning, and redirection to lesser-known sites. By implementing these measures, governments, parks officials, site managers, civic groups, environmental NGOs, tourism operators, and others can protect the economic benefit of tourism while minimizing its negative impact on local communities.

As tourism revives around the world, Overtourism: Lessons for a Better Future provides valuable guidance for government agencies, parks officials, site managers, civic groups, environmental NGOs, tourism operators, and others. The book offers practical insights and solutions that can help ensure that tourism is managed in a responsible and sustainable manner, preserving the beauty and integrity of our most iconic places for future generations.

In conclusion, Overtourism: Lessons for a Better Future is a timely and important book that offers a roadmap for sustainable and regenerative tourism. By examining the issue of overcrowding from various perspectives and proposing practical solutions, the book empowers individuals and organizations to play a role in protecting our most valuable natural and cultural resources. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities of the post-pandemic travel landscape, this book serves as a valuable resource for shaping a future that balances the needs of tourists and local communities.

Weight: 492g
Dimension: 228 x 154 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781642830767