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This article disusses the rapid growth of the coastal urban centres in Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique and South Africa, and the impact of the coastal tourism sector including the producing vast quantities of pollution from untreated domestic sewage and posing a threat to the near-shore habitats such as coral reefs.

This book evaluates the concept of green standards in tourism and presents global case studies of current green standards being implemented in various destinations including Central America, Australia, Europe, South Africa, and Fiji.

This research provides an overview of the tourism industry in The Gambia and the current state and potential for ecotourism as an alternative to mass tourism.

This book, designed for lecturers, students and researchers in tourism and ecotourism practitioners, defines, describes and analyzes ecotourism in the less developed countries and its environmental and social impacts. Includes case studies in Costa Rica, Kenya, Nepal, Thailand, the Caribbean and the South Pacific.

Eden Reforestation Projects works with local people to identify lands devastated by deforestation – both legally and illegally – that the community wants to restore. Deforestation often offers income in the short-term, but the people bordering these areas soon face the consequences, from increased risk of landslides to a loss of habitat for wildlife. By investing in communities’ reforestation efforts of their own land, Eden Projects empowers local people to decent employment and ensures their commitment to protecting the forests for generations to come. The project is also committed to prioritising skill-building and employment for women and single parents.

This paper assesses the revenue potential of conservation areas in Mozambique national parks and reserves.

This Gambia Information Site provides a range of information and resources for travel and tourism, flights, attractions and accommodations with a particular focus on eco-friendly accommodations, tour operators, organizations and shopping outlets.

This Nature Conservation Egypt report aims to promote the conservation of birds amongst the tourism sector in Egypt by encouraging bird-friendly management of facilities, administration and services, particularly focusing on hotels.

This paper analyses the tourism value chain in order to understand and encourage pro-poor growth of the tourist sector in The Gambia through craft markets, the food supply chain, non-managerial staff in hotels, excursion guides, and taxis.

This book examines the key principles of indigenous ecotourism through global case studies and analyzes the key factors for sustainable development.