Growing Tourism

Definition

Growing tourism refers to an increasing number of people visiting a particular destination for leisure, recreation, or cultural exploration. This can lead to economic benefits but may also create challenges related to resource management and impact on local communities.

Related terms

Overtourism: When the number of tourists exceeds the capacity of a destination to handle them sustainably, resulting in negative impacts on the environment and quality of life for locals.

Cultural Appropriation: The adoption or use of elements from another culture without understanding or respecting their original meaning or significance.

Community-Based Tourism: A form of tourism that involves local communities actively participating in planning, decision-making processes, and benefiting economically from tourism activities in their area.