Ecotourism, biodiversity conservation and livelihoods: Understanding the convergence and divergence
March 2023
Ecotourism, natural resource conservation, and local livelihood are one of the most talked-about issues globally. It is seen as nature-based tourism that addresses two primary attributes: livelihood...
Nature-based tourism in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam: Insights from stakeholder perspectives
September 2026
Nature-based tourism is increasingly positioned as a strategic avenue for sustainable development, particularly in climate-sensitive regions. In the Mekong Delta in Vietnam, a complex interplay of ecological...
Environmentally responsible behavior and Knowledge-Belief-Norm in the tourism context: The moderating role of types of destinations
June 2022
In the past decade, Indonesia's Special Region of Yogyakarta has attracted steadily more visitors annually. However, this growth also degrades the quality of the tourism environment and nature's health...
From tourism-first to disaster-first: A trade-off in geopark development after environmental shock
September 2026
This study investigates the dynamic balance between tourism development and disaster risk management in the Ciletuh-Palabuhanratu UNESCO Global Geopark, Indonesia. It is a complex social-ecological...
Perception-satisfaction based quality assessment of tourism and hospitality services in the Himalayan region: An application of AHP-SERVQUAL approach on Sandakphu Trail, West Bengal, India
June 2023
About 800 million people, or about 12% of the world's population, go abroad annually, making tourism one of the greatest global enterprises. The Himalayan region's nature and adventure-based tourism...
Visitor satisfaction and behavioral intentions in nature-based tourism during the COVID-19 pandemic: A case study from Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, China
March 2022
Nature-based tourism (NBT) has become a popular tool for developing countries to achieve economic growth by the non-destructive use of their natural resources. COVID-19 has caused severe financial impacts...
Virtual conservation model of Osing cultural heritage from a spatial perspective at Ijen UNESCO Global Geopark, East Java, Indonesia
June 2026
The Society 5.0 era integrates advanced technology and innovation to improve aspects of social life, including preserving cultural heritage such as Osing culture in Ijen UNESCO Global Geopark (Ijen...
Blue carbon ecotourism business model as a catalyst for conservation: An embedded single case study of West Bali National Park
June 2026
As ecosystems providing crucial natural benefits and holding ecotourism potential, the blue carbon ecosystems such as mangroves and seagrasses face threats from plastic waste and Ulva lactuca blooms,...
Explaining littering prevention among park visitors using the Theory of Planned Behavior and Norm Activation Model
March 2023
The increasing concern for environmental issues and degradation has gained much attention over the past few decades. Tourist destinations and natural areas are vulnerable to human-caused environmental...
Green tourist behavior analysis and its relationship with the choice of eco-tourism destination: An empirical study
December 2024
Travelers may now actively support environmental protection while having a great time on their trips thanks to the growing trend of eco-tourism. This study aims to examine, while accounting for pro-environmental...
The interplay of destination attractiveness, environmentally responsible behavior, place attachment, and perceived value: Case of Kilim Karst Geoforest Park, Malaysia
June 2026
This study investigates how destination attractiveness and its augmentation influence environmentally responsible behavior and place attachment, and how these factors affect perceived value among geopark...
Absence heritage: A critical analysis for awareness, preservation and resilience
March 2024
Traditionally, absence heritage or heritage of absence has been used for purposeful erasure of tangible and intangible elements related primarily to affective heritage and dark heritage. Current observations,...
Human footprints on shifting values: The changing landscape of Urpad Beel
September 2026
Urpad Beel, a freshwater floodplain wetland in Assam, plays a crucial role in sustaining regional biodiversity, local livelihoods, and cultural practices. However, integrated long-term assessments linking...
Building the first Amazonian UNESCO Global Geopark: The strategic role of universities in Napo Sumaco
September 2026
The Napo Sumaco UNESCO Global Geopark is a pioneering case in the Amazon region, where universities have become active territorial actors, linking science, education, and community participation. This...
The Matterhorn, an emblematic mountain in Switzerland, the time scales of a geomorphosite
December 2023
The Matterhorn, a famous mountain in the Swiss Alps is a well characterized geomorphosite, presenting both an important scientific interest and aesthetic, cultural and economic values in Switzerland....
Education for sustainability in UNESCO Global Geoparks: Findings from a systematic literature review
June 2026
UNESCO Global Geoparks are defined as single, cohesive geographic areas that feature landscapes and sites of global geological significance, managed through an integrated approach that emphasizes protection,...
The role of place attachment in the relationship between ecotourism motivation, nature-based destination image, and ecotourism intention: A case study of South Cat Tien National Park, Vietnam
March 2025
This study examines the role of place attachment in the relationship between eco-motivation, nature-based destination, and ecotourism intention, focusing on South Cat Tien National Park as a case study....
Livelihood, conflict and tourism: An assessment of livelihood impact in Sundarbans, West Bengal
September 2022
Sundarbans delta is renowned as the largest mangrove forest reserve in the world with distinct species of wild flora and fauna. It acts as a source of livelihood for several communities residing in...
National parks best practices: Lessons from a century's worth of national parks management
September 2021
While the importance of ecological conservation and encouraging public recreation in national parks is widely recognized, challenges to achieving these goals persist. With over a century of national...
A study of visitor impact management practices and visitor satisfaction at Eravikulam National Park, India
December 2021
Protected areas (PAs) achieve recognition and enhanced protection when a sufficient number of tourists visit and appreciate them and influence policy to assure their survival. Despite the growing importance,...
Protecting the vanishing geo-cultural heritage of India: Case study of Majuli Island in Assam
March 2020
Historically, the River Brahmaputra has been regarded as the lifeline of Assam, as it transverses through the valley of Assam and the alluvial deposits by the river has formed one of the most productive...
Adaptive strategies and community engagement for sustainable conservation and tourism in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
September 2025
The sustainability of Komodo protection efforts is closely linked to tourism development. To achieve this, it is important to have a deep understanding of local community behaviors and adaptation strategies....
Tourism-driven livelihood dynamics: A comprehensive empirical study of Mount Kilimanjaro National Park communities in Tanzania
September 2024
Tourism is pivotal for rural economic development; however, despite hosting a substantial number of tourists, many developing countries with rural landscapes face persistent poverty among local communities....
Economic impact of UNESCO Global Geoparks on local communities: Comparative analysis of three UNESCO Global Geoparks in Asia
June 2021
UNESCO Global Geoparks were established in 2015. With respect to sustainable development, there are numerous sites globally that have potential for immediate substantial economic development because...
Identification of geodiversity and evaluation of geosites to determine geopark themes of the Karangsambung-Karangbolong National Geopark, Kebumen, Indonesia
March 2022
Karangsambung-Karangbolong National Geopark (KKNG) is located in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia, and was designated as such in 2018 by the Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, based...
