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Distinguishing between sustainable development and sustainable tourism, this text examines whether and in what form tourism can contribute to sustainable development and growth. Focusing on different types of tourism appropriate to particular situations, the contributors draw on examples from around the world - Canada, USA, Spain, Belgium, UK, Australia - to explore issues concerning tourism's contribution to economic, social, political and environmental advancement of developing countries, and the challenges to and importance of tourism in industrialized nations.

'The Encyclopedia of Leisure and Outdoor Recreation' is a key reference guide for the exploration of leisure and outdoor recreation. It will be an essential reference for teaching, an invaluable companion to independent study and a solid starting point for wider exploration.

The ability to manage natural resources within an outdoor recreation context is becoming increasingly important as greater participation in such activities is placing pressure on the environment. This book clarifies the link between leisure, recreation, tourism and resource management; reviews contemporary outdoor recreation and resource management concepts and issues; critically examines approaches to outdoor recreation planning and management in diverse settings; and considers the future of outdoor recreation management
This comprehensively revised new edition has many sections...

It is now widely recognized that recreation is as important as work. This revealing book analyzes leisure and outdoor recreation in terms of both their management and their wider importance to society. Specifically, it:

• clarifies the link between leisure, recreation, tourism and resource management
• reviews contemporary outdoor recreation management and concepts
• critically examines approaches to outdoor recreation planning and management in diverse recreational settings
• considers the future of outdoor recreation and the potential...

Distinguishing between sustainable development and sustainable tourism, this text examines whether and in what form tourism can contribute to sustainable development and growth. Focusing on different types of tourism appropriate to particular situations, the contributors draw on examples from around the world - Canada, USA, Spain, Belgium, UK, Australia - to explore issues concerning tourism's contribution to economic, social, political and environmental advancement of developing countries, and the challenges to, and importance of, tourism in industrialized nations.