Sustainable Tourism Development: Balancing Growth and Environmental Conservation

Authors

  • S. Malhotra Centre for Tourism Studies and Environmental Management Himachal Pradesh University
  • Mr. Lucas M. Ferreira School of Hospitality, Tourism, and Events University of Algarve

Keywords:

Sustainable Tourism, Tourism Development, Environmental Conservation, Ecotourism Responsible Tourism

Abstract

Sustainable tourism is gaining popularity as a way to boost the economy and protect the planet's unique biodiversity and cultural heritage at the same time. the knotty dynamic between rising tourism and protecting natural resources. Ethical travel that has a small environmental footprint is important to the ideals of sustainable tourism development. The paper analyses effective ways for striking a balance between tourism development and environmental protection, drawing on case studies from a variety of popular travel locations. Sustainable tourism's future is discussed, with an emphasis on the part that stakeholders like governments, businesses, and communities will play.

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Published

31-12-2025

How to Cite

S. Malhotra, and Mr. Lucas M. Ferreira. “Sustainable Tourism Development: Balancing Growth and Environmental Conservation”. The Sankalpa: International Journal of Management Decisions, vol. 11, no. 2, Dec. 2025, pp. 12-19, https://www.thesankalpa.org/ijmd/article/view/61.

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