Summary
Both residents and tourists in Paraty, Brazil, recognize the significant environmental damage caused by tourism, though locals exhibit greater pessimism. The study highlights the need for improved tourism planning and coordinated policies to prioritize environmental conservation and sustainable practices. Researchers used random questionnaires to assess perceptions of natural, transformed, and sociocultural environments, revealing a shared but differing awareness among stakeholders.
Citation
Fandé, M. B., & Goulart Carvalho Pereira, V. F. (2014). IMPACTOS AMBIENTAIS DO TURISMO: UM ESTUDO SOBRE A PERCEPÇÃO DE MORADORES E TURISTAS NO MUNICÍPIO DE PARATY-RJ. Revista Eletrônica Em Gestão, Educação E Tecnologia Ambiental, 18(3). https://doi.org/10.5902/2236117013864