Tourism Development, Governance and Sustainability in The Bahamas

This book explores the complex issues of tourism development, governance, and sustainability in The Bahamas, a popular island destination. It examines the impacts of mass tourism, panarchy and resilience, assessing sustainability, moving towards a blue economy, and innovative alternative tourism offerings. It also looks at how development, governance, and sustainability come together in the aftermath of hurricane Dorian.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 236 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book delves into the intricate complexities of tourism development, governance, and sustainability in the renowned island destination of The Bahamas, where tourism continues to play a vital role in the country's economy. By examining the multifaceted impacts of mass tourism development from social, economic, and environmental angles, the book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with this industry. It explores the concepts of panarchy and resilience, assessing sustainability, transitioning towards a blue economy, mitigating the effects of climate change, and introducing innovative alternative tourism offerings to ensure sustainable tourism. Furthermore, the book examines how development, governance, and sustainability intersect in the aftermath of a recent natural disaster, Hurricane Dorian, which served as a powerful catalyst for action, innovation, and change in The Bahamas. Given the profound significance of these key concepts and the importance of The Bahamas as a well-established tourism destination, this book offers valuable insights for other tourism regions and is an essential resource for upper-level students and academics studying Tourism research.

The book delves into the intricate complexities of tourism development, governance, and sustainability in the renowned island destination of The Bahamas, where tourism continues to play a vital role in the country's economy. By examining the multifaceted impacts of mass tourism development from social, economic, and environmental angles, the book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with this industry. It explores the concepts of panarchy and resilience, assessing sustainability, transitioning towards a blue economy, mitigating the effects of climate change, and introducing innovative alternative tourism offerings to ensure sustainable tourism. Furthermore, the book examines how development, governance, and sustainability intersect in the aftermath of a recent natural disaster, Hurricane Dorian, which served as a powerful catalyst for action, innovation, and change in The Bahamas. Given the profound significance of these key concepts and the importance of The Bahamas as a well-established tourism destination, this book offers valuable insights for other tourism regions and is an essential resource for upper-level students and academics studying Tourism research.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367512286