Ecotourism in Appalachia :: marketing the mountains /

Tourism is the world's largest industry, and ecotourism is rapidly emerging as its fastest growing segment. As interest in nature travel increases, so does concern for conservation of the environment and the well-being of local peoples and cultures. Appalachia seems an ideal destination for eco...

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1. Verfasser: Fritsch, Albert J.
Weitere Verfasser: Johannsen, Kristin, 1957-
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Lexington : The University Press of Kentucky, ©2015.
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Zusammenfassung:Tourism is the world's largest industry, and ecotourism is rapidly emerging as its fastest growing segment. As interest in nature travel increases, so does concern for conservation of the environment and the well-being of local peoples and cultures. Appalachia seems an ideal destination for ecotourists, with its rugged mountains, uniquely diverse forests, wild rivers, and lively arts culture. And ecotourism promises much for the region: protecting the environment while bringing income to disadvantaged communities. But can these promises be kept? Ecotourism in Appalachia examines both the pote.
Beschreibung:2. Ecotourism reduces nature to a commodity with a price tag.
Beschreibung:1 online resource (324 pages)
ISBN:9780813159225
0813159229

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