Which sustainable development perspectives for an ‘E-attraction' destination? An overview of the economic impacts

Author: Peypoch Nicolas   Robinot Elisabeth   Solonandrasana Bernardin  

Publisher: Routledge Ltd

ISSN: 1479-053X

Source: Tourism and Hospitality Planning & Development, Vol.2, Iss.3, 2005-12, pp. : 207-212

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Abstract

A tourism destination generates economic repercussions for the local economy, in particular when it represents an ‘E-attraction' for tourists. The objective of this paper is to present the various impacts of a destination when it is considered as an ‘E-attraction'. Along this line, the connection is established between various elements of tourism economics and this type of attraction. More precisely, it appears that positive effects follow from mass tourism; however, sustainable tourism for these destinations requires a special attention with regard to carrying capacities.