Climate Change Commitments and Challenges to Achieve Regenerative Tourism: A Case of Aotearoa New Zealand

Climate Change Commitments and Challenges to Achieve Regenerative Tourism: A Case of Aotearoa New Zealand

Abstract New Zealand heavily relies on nature-based tourism for its popular “100% pure New Zealand” brand. However, the country faces challenges in mitigating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions due to the significant contribution of long-haul destination....
Human Relationship with Nature, Indigenous Ways of Living and Regenerative Tourism Framework

Human Relationship with Nature, Indigenous Ways of Living and Regenerative Tourism Framework

Abstract In the post Covid-19 era, human civilisation appears to undergo a significant shift in social-ecological consciousness and an emerging concept of ‘regenerative tourism’ is getting popular. The concept acknowledges the strong linkages between humans and nature...
Human mobility, hospitality, and tourism industries: A perspective on catastrophes

Human mobility, hospitality, and tourism industries: A perspective on catastrophes

Abstract The coronavirus outbreak has resulted in a significant reduction in peoples’ movements, migration and trade at both local and global levels. Lockdowns and travel restrictions all over the world have led to a rapid retrenchment of the world’s hospitality and...
International tourist hunting in Africa: a review on environmental and socio-economic implications in Sub-Saharan Africa

International tourist hunting in Africa: a review on environmental and socio-economic implications in Sub-Saharan Africa

Abstract: Tourist hunting is a regular consumptive wildlife utilization occurring within and outside core protected areas for trophies and leisure attainments. It is one of the most renowned tourism undertakings which involve the killing of animals for recreational...
Regenerative Tourism Model: Challenges of Adapting Concepts from Natural Science to Tourism Industry

Regenerative Tourism Model: Challenges of Adapting Concepts from Natural Science to Tourism Industry

Abstract: The study proposes a regenerative tourism model. The application of the natural science ideas of regeneration needs to be clarified before the tourism industry can adopt a regenerative tourism model. Without such clarification, there is a high risk of ‘green...