Sustainable tourism milestones

Tongariro National Park in New Zealand exemplifies sustainable tourism, showcasing how effective policies, strategic planning, and management can conserve natural habitats, built structures, culture, heritage, history, and social interactions for future generations. The chapter highlights key milestones in the 20th and 21st centuries that underscore the importance of protecting these resources while meeting the growing demand for tourism experiences. It explores how travelers' interest in natural environments, cultural traditions, and social interactions drives sustainable tourism, emphasizing the need to balance visitor attraction with environmental preservation.

Edgell, D. L. (2019). Sustainable tourism milestones. Managing Sustainable Tourism, 66–90. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429318122-3