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Sustainable Tourism Management for National Parks

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The best opportunity to address both concerns is to invest in sustainable management for natural parks, which have especially vulnerable ecosystems. According to the World Commission on Protected Areas, the management of protected areas is central to legal, political, institutional, and practical conservation efforts around the world.

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Virginia Destination Management Organizations: An Interview With Local Director, Irene Kilmer

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From its breathtaking natural beauty to its extreme historical importance, Virginia tourism is one of the most diverse in the United States. Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. Virginia is an unique US state who has nailed their tourism marketing messaging.

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What is a Destination Management Organization (DMO) and Why Should Destinations Care?

Solimar International

All global destinations compete for visitors and money. They need the support of destination management organizations (DMOs) to help market, manage, succeed. This article answers the question: what is a DMO and why the tourism industry should care about them. Addressing resident concerns related to tourism.

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What Does Destination Management Mean and Look Like in Practice?

Solimar International

Destination management is the process in which Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) work with stakeholders to increase development of the tourism sector, gain more tourists, address challenges, and bring more benefit to the local community.

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Developing a Tourism Management Plan – A case study from Sulawesi, Indonesia

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Developing a tourism management plan is challenging for any destination management organization. Working for a destination management organization across multiple islands is even more! Wakatobi is a rising tourism destination made up of four main islands in Southeast Indonesia.

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“Everyone has a role to play in sustainable tourism” – ETC publishes Handbook on Encouraging Sustainable Tourism Practices

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Policymakers, destination management organisations, the tourism industry, local communities and visitors each have a role to play in the sector’s transformation. New ETC handbook brings clarity on how tourism organisations can encourage sustainable practices. Putting principles into practice.

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Role of Tourism Consultants: Secret to Success

Solimar International

The Secret Behind Thriving Travel Destinations At the heart of every successful tourist destination, the essential role of tourism consultants operates like a well-kept secret. However, the proficiency they bring to international development, tourism, and marketing industries is irrefutable.