The polar regions are consistently colder than the rest of the world. This is basically because the incoming solar radiation that warms Earth strikes them obliquely rather than vertically. In consequence, they receive only 40% …
Rural tourism may be defined as the movement of people from their normal place of residence to rural areas for a minimum period of twenty-four hours to the maximum of six months for the sole …
A rainforest is a high-density grouping of tall trees and other vegetation, in which the tall trees from a dense canopy which significantly reduces lights levels at the forest floor. Many of the trees in …
Sustainable tourism is the form of tourism that meets the needs of tourists, the tourism industry, and host communities today without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. According to The …
A ‘host community’ refers to a group of people who share a common identity, such as geographical location, class, and ethnic background. They may also share a special interest, such as a concern about the …
Around the world, ecotourism has been hailed as a panacea: a way to fund conservation and scientific research, protect fragile and pristine ecosystems, benefit rural communities, promote development in poor countries, enhance ecological and cultural …