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What guides the following thoughts on sustainable tourism originate from some of the broader questions we contemplate at TIES, and the work supported by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). I suppose it’s also based on what I think about, rather optimistically, as an academic, tour operator, and member of non-profit organizations, and the belief and hope that the work we do can make a positive difference in our world.

One question I often contemplate is, “How does the tourism industry play a role in harmonizing economic gain and conservation?” This question is often coupled with “What should guide the sustainability agenda for the tourism industry?”

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