This book delves into the intricate relationship between the tourism sector and ecological resources, highlighting the evolution of ecosystems influenced by natural processes and human activities. It underscores the importance of balancing ecological and economic sustainability in tourism to prevent environmental degradation and safeguard economic revenues. Through qualitative methods, the text explores the concept of eco-economic sustainability and presents practical examples of its implementation.
Readers will gain valuable insights into how the tourism sector can responsibly utilize resources such as air, water, and soil, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining economic productivity. This comprehensive guide is essential for professionals, students, and executive management in the tourism sector, offering a profound understanding of sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and the economy.
Chapter 1: Introduction.
Chapter 2: Ecos of Tourism.
Chapter 3:
Conceptual, Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Ecological
Sustainability.
Chapter 4: Tourism and the Environment: The Importance of
Ecological Sustainability in the Tourism Industry.
Chapter 5: Ecological
Environment Management In Destinations.
Chapter 6: A Study on the
Relationship Between Ecological Sustainability and Technology In Tourism in
the Context of Local People's Quality of Life and Memorable Tourist
Experience.
Chapter 7: Ecotourist: Examples From Implementation.
Chapter 8:
Ecological Sustainability In Outdoor Recreation Enterprises.
Chapter 9:
Ecological Sustainability In Event Businesses.
Chapter 10: Ecological
Sustainability in Rest Area Businesses.
Reat ARICA completed his masters degree (2013) and doctorate degree (2017) at Anadolu University, Department of Tourism Management. He was entitled to receive the title of Associate Professor in the Field of Tourism Science in 2021. Arca, currently works as an associate professor at Batman University, Faculty of Tourism. Arca is the Deputy Dean and Head of the Gastronomy and Culinary Arts department at Batman University Faculty of Tourism. His main research areas are sustainable tourism, tourism marketing, value co-production and social media. He has an expert role in EU and Development Agency projects, project consultancy and referee duties at TÜBTAK.
