Protecting the Village and Park of Tortuguero, Costa Rica Through Promoting Ecotourism

Date of Award

3-9-2005

Document Type

Undergraduate Capstone Project

Degree Name

Master of Environmental Policy And Management

Organizational Unit

University College, Environmental Policy and Management

Disciplines

Environmental Policy And Management

First Advisor

William Robinson

Keywords

Costa Rica, Ecotourism, Parque Nacional Tortuguero, Costa Rica, Environmental conditions, Sustainable Tourism, Tortuguero, Environmental conditions

Abstract

In her book Ecotourism and Sustainable Development, Honey writes Tourism, including ecotourism, is at a crossroads. The world is not going to stop traveling for leisure, but the consequences can no longer be ignored. A shift to people and places rather than products and profit is essential in order to protect pristine travel destinations. (Honey, 19) Tortuguero is an excellent example of a tourist destination that is at a crucial junction. The challenge of maintaining the economics benefits of tourism, while protecting those resources that make it a popular destination for tourists is a complicated one and should be dealt with carefully. Introducing a management plan for the National Park that encourages eco travel will have a positive effect on the community of Tortuguero and can result in a sustainable economy.

Publication Statement

Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.

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