Importance of responsible tourism

Responsible tourism is tourism that respects the tourism destination’s environment, community, and culture. It aims to correct the adverse effects caused by irresponsible mass tourism. This type of tourism aims to create sustainable tourism development that protects the interest of local communities and the heritage sites within these communities.

• It makes tourists a part of the local community. When tourists become part of the community, they share the responsibility of protecting its well-being.
• Enhances the economic well-being of the local community without compromising the integrity of the environment.
• Sustainable tourism minimises the economic, social, cultural, and environmental negative effects of mass tourism.
• It promotes the respect of local cultures and heritages.