Island tourism in a UNESCO-MAB reserve (Philippines) : impacts, risks, and challenges

Corazon Catibog-Sinha

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    Abstract

    ![CDATA[This paper examines the issues and challenges in promoting sustainable island tourism in Puerto Galera, the first site in the Philippines declared a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Biosphere Reserve within the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) program. It discusses the main issues and risks associated with coastal tourism on an island setting including the indigenous heritage found therein. The environment and community issues in Sabang and White Beach, the two most popular destinations in Puerto Galera, are presented. While tourism has improved the economic status of some members of the community, concerns were raised with regards to the protection and appropriate management of the natural and cultural heritage of the study area as well as the general welfare of the local community. The outcome of the study serves as a challenge to the tourism industry, local government, and relevant stakeholders. Management recommendations are presented in support of sustainable tourism principles and the goals of the UNESCO-MAB program. These recommendations may be adopted by other tourist destinations with similar situation, issues, and concerns.]]
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationConference Proceedings: 4th Asia-Euro Conference 2012 in Tourism, Hospitality & Gastronomy: The Way Forward: Exploring Mutidisciplinay Approaches: 28 November - 1 December 2012, Lakeside Campus, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Malaysia
    PublisherTaylor's University
    Number of pages12
    ISBN (Print)9789670173092
    Publication statusPublished - 2012
    EventAsia-Euro Conference in Tourism, Hospitality & Gastronomy -
    Duration: 28 Nov 2012 → …

    Conference

    ConferenceAsia-Euro Conference in Tourism, Hospitality & Gastronomy
    Period28/11/12 → …

    Keywords

    • sustainable tourism
    • Puerto Galera (Philippines)
    • Philippines
    • cultural property
    • stakeholders
    • environmental protection

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