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A fully revised and comprehensive overview of the history and global development of tourism, often considered the largest industry in the world. Despite promising great benefits to hosts and guests alike, tourism has often resulted in some very stark and painful consequences for local host communities and the environment. This second edition provides updated information on global tourism and examines how local communities in different parts of the world, especially indigenous peoples, have responded to the challenges and opportunities that tourism and eco-travel brings.

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Deborah McLaren s insightful view into the impact of tourism raises critical dialogue for Indigenous communities and their allies as we discuss relationships and the future. Mass tourism erodes local economies, consumes environments and propels local people headfirst into a global economy over which they have no influence or control. Deborah McLaren has produced a powerful expose of the giant tourism industry and provides much needed advice on alternatives. One of the Best Alternative Travel Books of 2003

Mass tourism erodes local economies, consumes environments and propels local people headfirst into a global economy over which they have no influence or control. Deborah McLaren has produced a powerful expose of the giant tourism industry and provides much needed advice on alternatives.

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