Sustainable Tourism Management in the Development of Local Tourism
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Sustainable development, Tourism industry, Tourism sustainable, Tourism policiesAbstract
This study advances the scholarly discussion on sustainable tourism by proposing a comprehensive conceptual model that highlights twelve critical dimensions supporting sustainable development within the tourism industry. Drawing on a thematic review of existing literature, the model integrates core sustainability principles, the triple bottom line perspective, and key operational factors such as accessibility and infrastructure, health and safety considerations, technological integration, strategic marketing, and adaptive resilience. Examined through a sustainability-oriented tourism framework, the model presents an integrated approach that demonstrates how these interrelated components collectively strengthen long-term tourism sustainability. Moreover, the framework serves as a strategic reference for policymakers, enabling evidence-based decision-making that can be flexibly applied across diverse tourism contexts. From a theoretical standpoint, the findings emphasise the pivotal roles of governance structures, stakeholder awareness, collaborative practices, and continuous development processes. Overall, this study offers meaningful insights for students, academics, and tourism practitioners by enhancing their understanding of the complex and multidimensional character of sustainable tourism development.
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