A Trip Too Far : Ecotourism, Politics and Exploitation

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Environmentally-sustainable tourism or ecotourism has become a major area of interest for governments, the private sector and international lending institutions. It is regarded as a way of allowing economic development whilst protecting against environmental degradation, especially in those countries with fragile ecosystems. However, despite the beneficial intentions of ecotourism, it tends to be regarded uncritically by environmental organizations, governments and the private sector alike. Rosaleen Duffy presents this analysis of ecotourism, linking it with environmental ideologies and the po.  Read more... Abstract: Environmentally-sustainable tourism or ecotourism has become a major area of interest for governments, the private sector and international lending institutions. It is regarded as a way of allowing economic development whilst protecting against environmental degradation, especially in those countries with fragile ecosystems. However, despite the beneficial intentions of ecotourism, it tends to be regarded uncritically by environmental organizations, governments and the private sector alike. Rosaleen Duffy presents this analysis of ecotourism, linking it with environmental ideologies and the po Content: A Trip Too Far Ecotourism, Politics And Exploitation Copyright Contents Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1 Green Greed: Ecotourism and Environmental Ideologies Chapter 2 Misery, Self-indulgence and Self-denial Chapter 3 The Impact Spiral in Ecotourism Chapter 4 Exotic Images: Marketing the Nation State Chapter 5 Ecotourism and Indigenous Communities Chapter 6 Ecotourism and the Politics of Globalization Conclusion Notes References Index.