Sustainable Tourism Development

In the current study, learning will focus on the tourism development of Chumbe Island to understand the key concept of sustainable tourism development. It will focus on the concept of rational planning which can boost the working of the travel and tourism industry. Further, this study will also focus on providing information regarding various approaches that facilitate in effective planning and development of the travel and tourism sector. It will also make us understand about the significance of planning for sustainable development of this sector. Other than this, current learning will also have the spotlight on the current issues that local authorities can face during the planning and development of tourism activities to attain sustainability factor. Furthermore, it will also focus on the socio-cultural, environmental, and economic aspects of tourism in respect of developing countries and emerging destinations.

Stakeholders and Benefits They Can Attain from Planning and Development

As per the structured study of tourism planning, it can be said that there are several stakeholders that play key roles in the effective development of travel and tourism activities within East Africa. In other words, it can be said that effective planning and development of tourism activities are considered techniques that have great involvement from the government and other bodies. With an improved focus on tourism development, the government can boost the economic development of the nation. However, there are several essential elements which are needed to be included by the committees of tourism development. It has also been spotted that every destination has unique features so in this respect, governance can focus on the effective development of tourism as per features. It will amend opportunities for the travel and tourism sector as well as the medical sector which is indirectly beneficial for the development of society. In recent years, the government of the destination may also focus on effective conservation of its marine culture in order to boost opportunities for sustainable development. Other than this, a number of new teams have also been established in order to have effective development of travel and tourism within East Africa.

Moreover, a number of local business organisations also play a vital role in the effective and sustainable development of the travel and tourism sector. In another aspect, it can be said that local business firms get the highest benefits from tourism such as a number of international business organisations are attracted to research on coral. Other than this, UN recognition of tourism activities may also attract international firms towards destinations which boosts opportunities for local business organisations. It also facilitates local business firms to build strong relationships with international giants and provide opportunities to enter into the global market.

Furthermore, it has also been spotted that a number of travellers are focusing on coral activities. It means that the travel and tourism sector can also attain various benefits by focusing on the effective development of tourism activities within the destination. Travellers are considered the most important stakeholder in the tourism sector during public events. It is essential for the travel sector to ensure that they are providing quality services to its audience in order to provide a better experience to the customers and attain a better profit. Tourism development authorities are also focusing on various activities that are focused on preserving natural resources such as coral, medical sources, etc. These kinds of development and activities of different stakeholders provide better opportunities to the sector as well as the nation.

In addition to this, it can be said that local businesses can have better opportunities because the increase in the ratio of visitors to the destination also provides an opportunity to enhance sales. This is because the demand for services gets boosted due to the advancement in a number of visitors. These kinds of aspects also have a positive impact on the economic conditions which relates directly to the revenue of government. With an improved focus on sustainable tourism, the government can also boost up the tax income. It creates a positive environment which also provides a better satisfaction level among customers and leads businesses to an impressive level of success. Sustainable tourism provides a better experience to the clients while attaining services which is beneficial for long-term development.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Public/ Private Sector Tourism Planning Partnerships

Advantages

1. The key advantage of hosting educational activities such as conferences facilitates the government to develop the destination in an appropriate manner which will directly influence the economic and infrastructural development in a positive manner.
2. With an improved focus on partnerships between private and public sector organisations, tourism development authorities can boost the quality of services.
3. It also facilitates maintaining the natural and cultural environment of the destination in an effective manner.
4. It also provides better opportunities to the tourism sector by maintaining significant relationships with public and private organisations.
5. It also amends coordination in diverse development activities such as infrastructure, transportation, medical, etc.
6. Improved level of services and activities will also boost the morale of travelers. It attracts individuals who prefer eco-tourism, medical tourism, and educational tourism.

Disadvantages

1. It has been identified that partnership working may higher the cost of operations.
2. If the private and public sectors have different views on the cultural aspects then it may impact the overall development of tourism activities within Chumbe Island.
3. Nature and concept diversification can also create issues in the context of maintaining tourism activities.
4. It may create non-disclosure of activities which will have a direct negative impact on the economic condition of Chumbe Island.

For example, the government has started to focus on a number of development activities in regard to the travel and tourism sector which means the optimistic use of natural and cultural resources has been increased. Proper support has been provided to the infrastructure, transportation, medical, etc. which is beneficial to render convenience among customers. Another example can be that the government is looking to introduce heritage destinations for sustainable development but the private sector is looking to introduce water parks. These kinds of differences in values may affect the overall development of tourism.

In order to have effective development in the travel and tourism sector, it is necessary for authorities to understand the advantages and disadvantages of public/private sector tourism planning in an effective manner. In this respect, it can be said that tourism development of authorities of Chumbe Island and other destinations in East Africa needs to focus on diverse analysis and evaluation processes which can provide information regarding the pros and cons of tourism planning partnerships. It is essential for private sector organisations to ensure that they are effectively focusing on corporate social responsibilities in order to have effective management and control. On the other side, public sector organisation has the responsibility to ensure that every activity performed by them should be accurate and will provide efficiency to the entire tourism development.

Analysing the features of Tourism Development Planning at Different Levels

International Level

With the help of various international organisations, interactive planning activities have been conducted by this sector to attract international visitors to the destinations. Service users can also study nature and enjoy coral activities available within the region. It is also contributing effectively to the development of the economic system by generating high revenues from tourism activities.

National Level

At the national level, the government is conducting various studies to understand the natural beauty present at the destination. In addition to the regional level, it can be said that departments are focusing on creating awareness among the regional population so that nature, coral, and tourism activities can be protected appropriately.

Regional Level

As per the structured study, it can be said that there are several features of tourism development planning at different levels that can boost the effectiveness of tourism destinations. To have effective development of educational seminars and events, public authority focuses on making diversified decisions. In other words, it can be said that the planning process consists of various factors that are related to the destination so that an event or activity can be accomplished appropriately. In addition to this, it can be said that public organisations also focus on the effective interpretation of economic conditions so that activities can be planned appropriately. It also requires the effective assistance of private business organisations to have proper arrangements of the overall event and development.

Local Authorities

Moreover, local authorities also play a vital role in tourism development activities by focusing on various steps. Classification of key activities in tourism development can be as detailed research, goal setting, strategic decision, development of plan, implementation, monitoring and review, etc. In this respect, it can be said that private and public sector organisations are focused on key aspects of the destination so that better strategies can be designed to meet the objective of sustainable tourism development. Authorities also need to focus on various monitoring tools such as taking feedback from service users so that new emerging issues can be spotted effectively and alternative strategies can be used to overcome those issues.

As per the study, it can be said that tourist destination local authorities can host various educational events and training programs to attract students and professionals towards tourism activities. A number of educational and medical conferences also play a vital role in the development of the tourism sector as they attract medical professionals and students to a great extent.

Evaluating the Significance of Interactive Planning Systems and Processes in Tourism Development

As per the structured study, it can be said that interactive planning systems and processes in tourism development activities are significant as these provide various new opportunities to the tourism development authorities. To have sustainable development, tourism development authorities and government need to focus on key factors such as interactive planning, proper involvement of diverse stakeholders in the decision-making process, etc.

Interactive Planning

With an improved focus on interactive planning, government can easily promote tourism activities at the international level. It will also provide a better ability to develop success factors within the destination. To have sustainable development, all the stakeholders and authorities must make efforts collectively as it will also generate a better profit margin ratio. It is also essential for all the public and private authorities to work in a manner that helps generate better revenue ethically. One of the key disadvantages of interactive planning is that it may increase the conflict situation among members due to differences in culture. Other than this, the improper consideration of key principles among stakeholders may affect the overall outcome.

Stakeholder Participation

In the decision-making process, there must be proper participation of suppliers, hospitality organisations, educational institutions, travel agents, etc. With the assistance of an interactive planning system, tourism development authorities can effectively conduct educational tours, seminars, etc. Several responsibilities also need to be performed by the managers such as monitoring of infrastructural development activities, preservation of natural and coral resources available at the destination, etc. Stakeholder participation may create issues concerning the decision-making process because it might be possible that the beliefs of stakeholders and management may be different. It means it is significant for management to ensure that the beliefs of stakeholders are the same to boost participation.

Communication

Regular meetings need to be conducted in which information regarding development activities can be shared with all the stakeholders. Issues can also be discussed in the meetings and group discussions in order to identify various new ways that can promote tourism activities within the destination. Several supportive activities also need to be performed by the stakeholders so that financial and non-financial activities can be attained by the travel and tourism industry. Improper communication among members may affect the overall development because it may create issues for organisation. Miscommunication due to improper communication is one of the key disadvantages.

Evaluation of the Different Methods Available to Measure Tourist Impact

To have effective development opportunities, tourism development authorities must focus on various impacts of tourism activities. In this, authorities also need to focus on different methods that can measure the impact of tourism activities within the destination. In this respect, it can be said that tourism activities impact in a diverse manner such as the economy, environment, education, the general public, etc.

To have effective measurement, the proper monitoring system is required with the assistance of a visitor's survey. Several needs identification theories can be used to evaluate the behavior of customers towards services in the tourism sector.

Feedback

As per the structured study, it can be said that the effective development of tourism activities influences the income level of citizens to a great context which is beneficial for the effective development of the economic system. In other words, it can be said that if several travelers visit the destination to understand the environment and nature of the destination then it will increase the profit margin ratio of the tourism sector which is indirectly beneficial for economic development. It also provides better opportunities for local citizens to interact with guests who come from diverse nations and provide better exposure to learning activities.

Monitoring Survey

The international medical research team has arrived at the destination to understand the flora and fauna present within the region. This will also provide great exposure to local educational institutions and students. Moreover, environmental impact assessment is also advantageous as it facilitates travel and tourism authorities to realize the concern or significance regarding the environment. It also assists authorities to set out new ways that maintain better environmental standards for the better development of tourist activities.

Monitoring of Activities

It is also necessary for management to focus on records and documents to have effective monitoring of activities. The financial outcomes and other aspects can be analysed for effective measurement of the impact on the tourism sector. Moreover, it has also been spotted that travel and tourism activities have some financial impacts such as improvement in sales, income, and profit margin ratio.

Concept of Sustainability in Tourism Development

Sustainable tourism means the development of the tourism sector with the participation of various stakeholders. It provides strong potential to ensure that the goals and objectives are accomplished effectively. It is a continuous process that provides effective monitoring and leads to long-term benefits.

Sustainable development in the travel and tourism sector, it is the collective work of authorities to have detailed learning regarding the sustainable factors of destination. In another aspect, it can be stated that authorities can focus on various development activities regarding cultural tourism activities within the destination to attain sustainable tourism opportunities.

Cultural tourism is an essential section of sustainable tourism which is considered the technique that allows tourism development authorities to provide better preservation of its heritage sites and key features appropriately. It means that with an improved focus on sustainable tourism, authorities can appropriately preserve studies and educational institutions to meet the objective of sustainable tourism development. African culture is also different as compared to other destinations in the world so with an improved focus on the establishment of various cultural events, government authorities can provide better support to sustainable tourism development. However, this kind of tourism for destinations can be helpful because it assists management and authorities to showcase its civilization in a suitable way as well as creates employment opportunities to amend the employment rate.

Furthermore, to attain sustainable development opportunities, it is also essential for local authorities to focus on better preservation of diverse heritage sites. It will attract more and more customers to the destination and boost opportunities for the travel and tourism sector. Other than this, it is also necessary for authorities to focus on various elements that are related to the safety of the environment. It means that political factors must provide support to the infrastructure development and conservation of environmental aspects to attain sustainable tourism development.

Moreover, with an improved focus on these activities, the travel and tourism sector can amend the satisfaction level of guests and render an efficient return to the nation. In other words, it can also be said that the tourism sector must focus on activities that provide social and economic advantages to diverse stakeholders of the sector. To have sustainable development the business organisation also needs to focus on Health and Safety Act 1974. It helps in the effective accomplishment of various duties which is beneficial for an enhanced level of customer satisfaction level. In addition to this, the Sales of Goods Act 1979 will allow the management of the resort to sell goods appropriately. It will also provide proper measurement of quality as well as the price of the product. Proper information regarding products and services must be provided to customers. It will increase the satisfaction level of customers and provide better sustainability for the business.

Analyses of Factors that May Hinder Sustainable Tourist Development

It has been spotted that several factors can hinder sustainable tourism development. It can be classified as a lack of funds, terrorist activities, and diverse illegal activities.

Economic Factor

As per the structured study, it has been noticed that the economic condition of the destination is not good and it can impact the sustainable development of tourism activities. Every development activity requires a high level of investment to meet objectives. But, the economic system is not effective and it faces diverse issues in the financial aspect which can impact the investment ratio. For example, the government is looking to increase its investment in tourism development activities but they do not have proper funds for it. It will create an issue for the government and may hinder sustainable tourist development.

Legal Aspects

Moreover, it has been spotted that East African nations are facing key issues in the context to diverse illegal activities. It means that it is necessary for governing authorities to ensure that people are not involved in any kind of illegal or unethical activity. If, the ratio of illegal activities increases then it will negatively impact the perception of customers and also negatively influence sustainable tourist development. For example, the hospitality organisation is looking forward to business expansion but the government authorities do not provide permission in that regard. It will negatively affect the development activities. It also indicates that the legal aspects may diversely impact business.

Terrorism

Other than this, terrorist activities can also adversely influence tourism development activities. It has been spotted that criminal gangs and terrorists prefer low-literacy locations for setting up terrorist camps. East African nations are also facing diverse issues in this context such as drug dealing, illegal diamond market, etc. These kinds of activities influence the perception of visitors negatively and also negatively impact the overall development. Development authorities must ensure diverse factors that can influence overall development. For example, the Hotel Taj in Mumbai has faced a terror attack that has created a negative impact on the sustainable development of the Indian tourism sector. After that incident, the ratio of foreign tourist has been decreased.

Analysing Different Stages in Planning for Sustainability

In order to have effective planning, government authorities and tourism department must focus on various steps that can provide better learning regarding various subjects of this sector.

Introductory Stage

In this respect, it can be said that the introductory stage is considered the first stage. In this, management must have effective identification of various tourism activities. Proper information regarding hospitality services, transportation, etc needs to be gathered so that further actions can be accomplished appropriately. Information regarding key issues within the tourism sector also needs to analyse most suitably so that effective strategies can be designed for sustainable development. It is significant because without analysing the key aspects the planning activities can not be accomplished appropriately. In this existing factors that are present within organisation also need to be evaluated in an appropriate manner. Along with this, the key strategies that provide success of organisation also need to be assessed to have sustainable development. In this respect, the budget for activities implementation will also be evaluated so that the business can have an impressive level of success.

Creating Awareness

In the second stage, it is also necessary for management to create awareness about tourist destinations. It is all about rendering efficient knowledge regarding various features of the destination. It can be taken into account by considering advertising and promotional tools. In this respect, it can also be said that most of tourism activities are designed and implemented in this section in order to meet the objectives. The current stage is necessary to consider because it helps in understanding key factors of success which need to be considered for sustainable development.

Declining Stage

At last, the declining stage is also one of the significant aspects of the effective planning of sustainable tourism activities. In this respect, it can be asserted that most of the time travel and tourism sector faces issues in this stage due to the high ratio of competition in the market. In this, the management must focus on various innovative activities that can boost the opportunities for the travel and tourism sector. Innovation must be implemented in such a manner that costing of activities can be reduced. The effectiveness of activities must be improved in an appropriate manner for better success in the market.

In other words, it can be said that governments and authorities also need to bring several changes within operational activities as per the needs or expectations of customers to meet the objectives of sustainable development. Various alternative methods can also be used to manage development activities most sustainably.

Evaluation of Methods of Resolving a Conflict of Interest to Ensure the Future Well-Being of Developing Tourism Destination

Enclave tourism is considered one of the important terms that helps in the effective identification of travel and tourism activities. In this respect, it can be said that sustainable tourism development requires resort development and other supportive activities at small geographical area. It includes accommodation, entertainment, food, etc. It has also been spotted that enclave tourism is essential for the betterment of developing nations. Classification of issues can be as:

• Lack of proper infrastructure
• Improper support of fisherman
• Imbalance in the economic system

In this, regard, the government is focused on the effective development of various developments near beach areas but they are facing some issues due to improper support of fishermen present within the region. It negatively impacts the overall development. Other than this, the lack of proper infrastructure within the destination is also one of the critical issues for the travel and tourism sector. Improper availability of hospitality services reduces the experience of customers as well as their satisfaction level. Other than this, the imbalance in the economic system also creates barriers for the travel and tourism sector.

Ways to Overcome Issues

Moreover, few methods can be used by government and development authorities to overcome such issues. Authorities can focus on activities that can create awareness among fishermen regarding development. The government can provide information regarding the key advantages of development to society to defeat issues. Several measures can be taken into account to ensure that hospitality services are available within the region. In support of this, it can be said that citizens must have a proper understanding of various indirect developments such as GDP advancement, job opportunities, etc. The government can also take further initiatives to provide better benefits and facilitate the travel and tourism sector to overcome conflict situations.

Implication of Balancing Supply and Demand

As per the given case, the island-based destinations are key successive factors of tourism. These kinds of destinations are well known for their ecological creation and exceptional coral ridge. These kinds of attractions are the most famous tourist places which contain sanctuary and provide close exposure to diverse reserves in the forest. In this support, it can be said that travellers visit the destinations and sanctuary to enjoy nature as well as to study the exceptional coral ridge available at the destination. The travel and tourism sector faces various issues regarding the supply and demand of services within destinations as there is low availability of service providers. Hospitality and accommodation services are only offered by various authorities. If fishermen provide support the issue of supply and demand can be overcome.

Staffing

In addition to this, the staffing issue is also one of the critical issues that imbalance the supply and demand so better awareness must be created among fishermen for participation. Information about job opportunities in the sector must be provided which also helps in overcoming the issues. In this regard, organisations must focus on diverse activities that provide information regarding the expected demand ratio.

Analysis

With this support, management tourism authorities can analyse the performance of the overall travel and tourism sector. With the assistance of market analysis, management can estimate the approx. number of tourists who visit the destination every year. In the tourism season, the number of visitors is increased which hampers service quality. For example: the tourism sector can evaluate the previous month's sales to understand the demand ratio. If demand is high as per the evaluation of the industry's performance then management can take various measures and initiatives to manage supply. It will also facilitate business firms to manage services effectively in the context of supply as well as quality.

Facilities

To overcome the issue of supply and demand, it is also necessary for business entities to provide better facilities to the employees. It will enhance the morale and satisfaction level of employees and assist in overcoming issues. Advancement in satisfaction level will balance the ratio of supply and demand for leading business to an impressive level of success.

Examination

Companies can also examine previous issues that they have faced due to an imbalance between supply and demand. It will allow management to focus on various innovative activities that have been adopted previously to manage balance. With an effective evaluation of such issues, management can also redesign some activities that lead to maintaining a balance between supply and demand aspects.

Moral and Ethical Issues of Enclave Tourism

It has been spotted that several moral and ethical issues in enclave tourism can impact the overall sustainable development within this sector. As per the structured study of enclave tourism, it can be said that while developing of tourism activities, authorities face several issues regarding environmental aspects. In other words, it can be said that environmental issues also impact some ethical and moral duties.

It has also been witnessed that while developing 400 apartments at the beach, authorities have faced moral issues that have impacted the overall development of tourism activities within the destination. Some of ethical issues have also been faced by the tourism department such as development activities including the cutting of forests.

Environment

These kinds of activities have various positive influences on the travel and tourism sector but it hurts the environmental condition of the nation. It is also considered a violation of moral duty as well as ethical duty. To overcome issues effectively, development authorities of destination have focused on various unique approaches that can improve the quality of services to meet moral and ethical duties effectively. In addition to this, effective monitoring of the overall development plan is one of the significant factors that can be amended to accomplish ethical and moral duties.

Staffing from Outside the Destination

One of the ethical issues is attracting staffing from outside the destination instead of hiring local ones. The key reason behind that is fishermen do not have detailed information about the operational activities. Moreover, the low ratio of information among them about hospitality and its activities forces management to outsource staffing. However, the cost of training is also high which negatively impacts overall development cost. In this regard to overcome the issue, the fisherman can be hired as supportive staff in development activities.

Ways to Overcome Issues

To resolve the issues related to moral and ethical duties, management of the destination can focus on various management aspects. Management must ensure that diverse ethical standards can be set out in human resource practice so that better trust and loyalty factors can be boosted among employees. If the organization is not following ethics and fair trade practices then it is possible that they can face issues while coordinating with suppliers, workers, and customers.

Comparing Recent Issues Connected with Tourism Development

Developing destination (Tanzania)

As per the study of the current market situation, it can be said that Tanzania is becoming one of the most famous tourist destinations as the government is making diverse efforts to boost travel and tourism development activities. It has also been spotted that the tourism sector facilitates the government to have effective development of the nation's GDP. It is one of East African nations so there are several issues that impact the overall development of the travel and tourism sector. One of the key issues is regarding to stable economic system and GDP which create various barriers for the firm. Illegal activities have also been increased in a diverse manner which also impacts the perception of customers in a negative manner. Drug smuggling and Illegal exchange of diamonds are critical issues for the nation so the government must ensure these issues to have effective development of tourism activities.

Another key issue is regarding environmental conditions, so it has been spotted that the key strength of the destination is its natural beauty but the government is not able to maintain this aspect effectively. Water pollution near the destination is influencing customer satisfaction levels in a negative manner which impacts the overall development of tourism activities.

Developed Destination (UK)

On the other side, in the UK the tourism sector faces issues regarding the availability of new destinations. Clients demand new attractions to have a better experience so the government needs to focus on the development of new locations. It demands a high ratio of investment which is one of the critical issues for the sector. Economic issues are also one of the critical factors for UK so the government and authorities need to focus on it in an appropriate manner for sustainable development.

Recommendations for Future Development of Tourism.

As per the structured study, it can be said that there are several issues that impact the effective development of tourism activities. In support of this, it can be said that economic issues are one of the critical problems for the nation so management needs to ensure taxation policies. For example: the government can increase tax rates on income and luxury services to boost the financial condition of the nation. It will improve the overall financial ratio in an effective manner which is beneficial for tourism as well as social development. In order to have a better future for tourism activities within the UK and Tanzania, the government can set out various environmental standards so that natural beauty can be maintained in an effective manner. A coral research center can also be established with the assistance of a public-private partnership model. It will also attract various educational professionals to visit the UK and Tanzania which is beneficial for the effective development of travel and tourism activities.

Moreover, proper transportation facilities need to be developed by the government in order to have better tourism opportunities. A number of ozone-friendly leisure activities need to be developed within a destination to prompt overseas tourists in order to revisit.

Conclusion

As per the above study, it can be concluded that in order to have sustainable development, it is necessary for the government and other authorities to work in an integrated manner. It has also been spotted that the tourist department of Chumbe Island and the Tanzania government need to consider social, economic, and environmental factors as critical factors for sustainable development. Some of the ethical issues have also been faced by the tourism department as development activities include cutting of forest. It is essential for government to ensure diverse environmental standards in order to maintain the natural beauty of the destination. It has also been spotted that East African nations are facing key issues in the context of diverse illegal activities so the government can focus on a collective work style with the assistance of diverse international organisations that can amend measures in this context.

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