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OverviewThe planet's most fascinating and yet tantalisingly under-researched component is now a rapidly growing tourism frontier. The sea attracts millions of tourists annually with its diverse array of exclusive activities, but its sheer size brings with it considerable problems for management. Within the context of other economic activities that may compromise the success, if not the very existence of marine ecotourism, this text examines the wide range of marine ecotourism resources, not only natural, but also cultural and man-made. Covering economic, marketing planning and regulation issues, this book also considers the vital role of marine ecotourism in raising awareness of the significance of the seas and oceans to sustainable coastal livelihoods. At a time of great concern over the effects of climate change and high profile issues such as depletion of fish stocks and oil spillages, the insights this book provides are essential reading. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Carl Cater (Senior Lecturer in Tourism, Aberystwyth University, UK) , Erlet Cater (University of Reading, UK)Publisher: CABI Publishing Imprint: CABI Publishing Volume: 6 Dimensions: Width: 17.20cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 24.40cm Weight: 0.853kg ISBN: 9781845932596ISBN 10: 1845932595 Pages: 320 Publication Date: 07 June 2007 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsChapter 1: INTRODUCTION SECTION I: PATTERNS AND PROCESSES Chapter 2: Marine Ecotourism in Context Chapter 3: Marine Ecotourism Resources Chapter 4: Marine Ecotourism Attractions and Activities SECTION II: PRIMARY STAKEHOLDERS AND INTERESTS Chapter 5: Coastal Communities Chapter 6: Marine Ecotourists Chapter 7: Marine Nature Chapter 8: The Marine Ecotourism Industry SECTION III: REGULATION, FACILITATION AND COLLABORATION Chapter 9: Planning Agencies Chapter 10: Institutional Structures Chapter 11: Networks and Initiatives Chapter 12: CONCLUSIONReviews<br> A very worthwhile contribution the CABI Ecotourism Series. --Annals of Tourism Research<br> The book covers diverse topics as the ethics of shark interactions, marine protected area management, the psychology of diving, marine interpretation skills, the responsilities of dive operators, and the role of nature itself in diving. At a time of great concern over the effects of climate change, this book also considers the vital role of marine ecotourism in raising awareness of the significance of the seas and oceans to sustainable coastal livelihoods. --ScubaDiver<br> a very worthwhile contribution to the CABI Ecotourism Series the Caters are to be congratulated on their joint efforts, which will provide a useful reference for years to come. A very worthwhile contribution the CABI Ecotourism Series. --Annals of Tourism Research The book covers diverse topics as the ethics of shark interactions, marine protected area management, the psychology of diving, marine interpretation skills, the responsilities of dive operators, and the role of nature itself in diving. At a time of great concern over the effects of climate change, this book also considers the vital role of marine ecotourism in raising awareness of the significance of the seas and oceans to sustainable coastal livelihoods. --ScubaDiver Author InformationCarl Cater Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |