The early days of tourism development had a naïve vision of tourism’s impacts on society in terms of economic, social …, and environmental benefits. Time has passed, and we have learnt lessons regarding the success and failure of tourism … development. Mass tourism development has pros and cons and is not necessarily the optimal development model. Alternative …

"This book explores the link among the heritage tourism, conservation and sustainable development. It focuses on the … order to promote heritage tourism so that residents will enjoy the economic and social benefits"-- …

Tourism industry in Thailand is important for economic activity and for determining the regional policy of the country …. Tourism is likely to increase its contribution to the GDP from its already significant role of more than 10%. Local people get … undeniable benefits from tourism in their economic and social environments. The management of tourism destination has become more …