Can Hong Kong cash in on ecotourism without trashing its natural treasures?
Hong Kong is grappling with the challenge of developing ecotourism without damaging its natural landscapes. A recent holiday saw a popular beach overwhelmed by hundreds of tents, with some visitors leaving behind significant amounts of waste. This situation highlights the need for authorities to move beyond promotion and implement active management strategies, including visitor flow control and rule enforcement, to ensure that ecotourism contributes to conservation efforts rather than degrading the environment. AI
IMPACT Explores how destinations can manage increased visitor numbers to protect natural resources, offering insights for sustainable tourism development.