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AN INSTITUTIONAL REINFORCEMENT MODEL FOR THE PROTECTION OF MANGROVES SUSTAINABLE ECOTOURISM IN INDONESIA
This study aims at examining the sustainability of mangrove ecotourism at Cengkrong Mangroves Ecotourism in Indonesia. A quantitative approach was adopted to capture the complexity of the phenomenon. The study was conducted in an area with most mangroves in Indonesia, including Cengkrong Ecotourism in Trenggalek, East Java. Sustainability is achieved when each stakeholder makes a positive contribution to others in ecology, economy, social, institutional and law enforcement, and technology. Using multi-dimensional scaling and Monte Carlo approach, the findings of this study indicate that Cengkrong mangrove ecotourism is classified as “sustainable” (76.20%). The highest dimension is ecology due to the minimum level of pollution in the area. Even Cengkrong beach mangrove is a tourist destination which is potentially polluted by the tourist; however, the area is not densely populated. Nevertheless, amongst the other indicator, social is the lowest (67.95%).
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Tourism
Discusses the carbon footprint of tourists and ways that the environmental impact of tourism can be reduced.
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Sustainability Analysis of Marine Ecotourism Based on Small Island Resources in GITANADA Island Sea, West Lombok Regency, Indonesia
Graphical Abstract Highlight Research The multidimensional sustainability index is 54.729, which falls into the moderately sustainable category. The ecological and social dimensions are relatively good, while the economic, institutional, and technological and infrastructure dimensions are less sustainable. Strategies to enhance labor absorption and create local business opportunities in supporting the development of marine ecotourism. Strengthen supporting infrastructure are priority steps in supporting the development of marine ecotourism. Abstract The sustainability of marine ecotourism in small island regions has been extensively studied through various dimensions, including ecological suitability, carrying capacity, community participation, and institutional and local economic strategies. However, most previous studies have addressed these dimensions separately and have not developed an integrative approach that encompasses all dimensions of sustainability within a comprehensive analytical framework. This study aims to analyze the sustainability of marine ecotourism based on small island resources through a multidimensional approach, as well as to identify the most influential sensitive indicators on the sustainability index value across five main dimensions: ecology, social, economic, institutional, and technology and infrastructure. The method approach used is Rapid Appraisal for Fisheries (RAPFISH), with the support of Multidimensional Scaling (MDS), Monte Carlo, leverage, and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) analysis. The results of the study show that the multidimensional sustainability index is 54.821, which falls into the moderately sustainable category. The ecological and social dimensions are relatively good, while the economic, institutional, and technological and infrastructure dimensions are less sustainable. Therefore, strategies to enhance labor absorption, create local business opportunities, and strengthen supporting infrastructure are priority steps in supporting the development of marine ecotourism. As a result, it is expected to strengthen the competitiveness of the destination, expand economic benefits for local communities, and create an adaptive and sustainable marine ecotourism management system.
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Ecotourism development in Costa Rica : the search for oro verde
Ecotourism Development in Costa Rica: The Search for Oro Verde, by Andrew P. Miller, examines the use of ecotourism as a development strategy in Costa Rica and its applicability to other Central American states. Ecotourism provides an important environmental check on industry, giving the environment a voice by making its preservation an economic necessity due to the number of people who derive their income from it. The move away from agriculture to ecotourism is a natural fit because many of those who are engaged in agriculture have extensive knowledge of plants and animals that can be utilized by the ecotourism industry.
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41 EFFECT OF MECT ON COGNITIVE FUNCTION OF ECOTOURISM PRACTITIONERS WITH MENTAL DISORDERS
Background Cognitive impairment is a common problem faced by patients with depression and schizophrenia throughout the course of the disease, which greatly affects the daily quality of life of those with mental illness who are engaged in the ecotourism industry. Modified Electroconvulsive Therapy (MECT) has been widely used in the clinical treatment of mental illness, but its impact on the cognitive function of patients is still inconclusive. At the same time, for patients engaged in the ecotourism industry, the applicability of MECT treatment research is relatively insufficient. This study conducted a series of dynamic observation studies on the cognitive function of mental illness patients engaged in ecotourism industry before, during and after MECT treatment, in order to provide a more scientific reference for clinicians to make MECT treatment plan. Methods From March to December 2023, 12 schizophrenic patients engaged in ecotourism industry were selected from the Third People’s Hospital of Yancheng City. The treatment was arranged three times a week, each treatment interval was one day, and six treatments were completed as a complete course of treatment, which lasted for two weeks. In order to conduct a dynamic assessment of Neurocognitive function in these patients, the Chinese version of Brief Neurocognitive Test Battery (C-BCT) was used as an assessment tool. Results According to the data in Table 1, no statistically significant differences in C-BCT scores were observed in patients with schizophrenia before MECT treatment began (P > 0.05). At 1-2 weeks after treatment and at 1 month after treatment, patients’ scores for connection tests, continuous manipulation, and digital breadth showed statistically significant differences compared with those before treatment (P < 0.05). Patients’ scores on the symbol coding test also showed statistically significant differences compared to before treatment at 1-2 weeks and 1 month after treatment ended (P < 0.05). Discussion The study dynamically observed cognitive function in patients with mental disorders who received MECT and found that the treatment significantly improved clinical symptoms. In particular, one month after the end of MECT treatment, patients’ cognitive function not only gradually recovered, but in some respects even exceeded the pre-treatment level. This study provides strong clinical evidence for clinicians to decide whether to use MECT treatment, reduce patients’ concerns and fears about MECT treatment, and improve patients’ cooperation with treatment. However, the potential influence of drug factors on the study results could not be completely excluded during the implementation of the study. In future studies, drug variables should be strictly controlled to avoid possible bias during the study.
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Responsible tourism and CSR : assessment systems for sustainable development of SMEs in tourism
\"What are Responsible Tourism and Corporate Social Responsibility? What is the industry's awareness regarding these concepts? What are the systems and tools currently available on the market that tourism SMEs can use to assess their engagement and the sustainability of their business? This book is aimed at replying to these questions and offering an innovative contribution to the current debate in the field. After having defined Responsible Tourism and CSR and the environment in which these methodologies develop, the authors present and compare the main European assessment and certification systems, describe their characteristics and functionalities and discuss the relevant issues concerning their application. Through the AHP model and the selection of a number of relevant case histories, the suitability and efficacy of these systems in monitoring the level of responsibility of tourism SMEs are analyzed and debated. The results obtained contribute to enhance the recognition and diffusion of CSR principles in tourism and to support tourism businesses in choosing the assessment tool that best fits with their characteristics and the nature of their activity. The study also enables students and researchers to build or enhance their knowledge about the main reporting initiatives available in Europe and to assess the potential of the mathematical model applied for this kind of study.\"--Page 4 of cover.
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Conservation tourism
The effects of tourism on the ecology and natural environment of tourist destinations are hotly debated and research has expanded in the field of ecotourism and sustainability. This book considers the positive contributions that tourism can make to the conservation of global biodiversity by reviewing and analysing the economic and political contributions of tourism to conservation through establishment of private game and wildlife reserves, lodges and tourist facilities. Featuring 100 international case studies from private marine reserves to bird watching lodges, this book covers key topics including sources of capital and operational funding, corporate and organisational structure, marketing strategies, primary conservation outcomes and spin-off effects, links to public protected areas, future plans and global trends.
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Bridging Environmental Conservation and Sustainable communities leveraging ecotourism: Exploring barriers and opportunities
This study investigated the barriers and opportunities in implementing sustainable communities leveraging ecotourism at Mount Daraitan and Wawa Dam in Rizal, Philippines declared as ecotourism sites using data from 96 local respondents staying adjacent to the ecotourism sites. The community’s diverse demographic profile—balanced in gender, educational background, and experience—presents an opportunity for unified action. The study concluded that while operational barriers, resource capacity, physical challenges, and marketing & awareness were not directly evident in ecotourism sites based on demographic profiles, the significant differences observed across locations indicate that these challenges still exist but manifest in site-specific or systemic ways. The findings emphasize the need for site-based assessments and stakeholder engagement to uncover and address these underlying challenges effectively. Future research should explore qualitative and longitudinal approaches to better understand how these barriers evolve and develop adaptive, evidence-based solutions for ecotourism management.
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