Cruise Tourism and Sustainability in the Mediterranean. Destination Venice

Cruise tourism, despite its rapid growth and apparent adoption of sustainable practices, poses significant environmental and societal challenges, particularly for fragile ecosystems like Venice's lagoon. The study highlights that while the cruise industry has embraced sustainability paradigms, critical issues persist, including differing perspectives among stakeholders—such as tourists, cruise companies, local authorities, and conservation groups—which complicate efforts to balance demand with ecological preservation. Venice's unique legislative framework and ongoing debates about cruise ships in its lagoon serve as a case study illustrating the complexities of achieving sustainable tourism. The research underscores the need for coordinated strategies to mitigate negative impacts while sustaining economic benefits.

Asero, V., & Skonieczny, S. (2018). Cruise Tourism and Sustainability in the Mediterranean. Destination Venice. Mobilities, Tourism and Travel Behavior - Contexts and Boundaries. https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.71459