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Think Globally, Act Locally: Current Understanding And Future Directions For Nature-Based Tourism Research In Sri Lanka, Daminda Sumanapala, Isabelle D. Wolf
Think Globally, Act Locally: Current Understanding And Future Directions For Nature-Based Tourism Research In Sri Lanka, Daminda Sumanapala, Isabelle D. Wolf
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© 2020 CAUTHE - COUNCIL FOR AUSTRALASIAN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY EDUCATION For nearly a century, researchers have observed the ecological impacts arising from increased numbers of visitors using natural areas for tourism and recreational activities. This study reviews the recreational ecology literature as it is relevant to Sri Lanka providing a rare linkage between global research and local applications of this research. The likely ecological impacts of recreational activities undertaken in natural areas in Sri Lanka are identified with a particular focus on walking/hiking, camping, wildlife watching and motorized activities. We conclude by establishing a research agenda that is relevant …