Sustainable Tourism : A Comprehensive Multidimensional Perspective

In today's world, where the implications of climate change and environmental degradation are becoming increasingly evident, the tourism industry faces a pressing need to address its environmental footprint. Additionally, the rapid growth of tourism in many regions has raised concerns about cultural authenticity and community welfare. Sustainable Tourism, Part B: A Comprehensive Multidimensional Perspective aims to provide a comprehensive resource that equips stakeholders in the tourism industry with knowledge and insights to foster sustainable practices.

Bringing together diverse perspectives, including those of destination managers, policymakers, tour operators, local communities, and travellers Sustainable Tourism fosters a collective understanding of sustainability in tourism and inspires a shared commitment towards responsible tourism practices.

The ultimate goal of Sustainable Tourism is to empower the industry to achieve a harmonious balance between conservation and progress, ultimately forging a responsible and resilient tourism sector that caters not only to contemporary travellers but also safeguards the well-being of future generations.

Dr. Disha Sharma, a Finance and Tax Faculty at Amity Business School, Amity University Chhattisgarh, currently serves as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Sharma has also served as a Co-Principal Investigator in an ICSSR Project and as a Principal Director in a project under UNICEF. She is a lifetime member of both the Indian Commerce Association and the Indian Accounting Association.

Dr. Hamid Abdullah, an esteemed academician and industry veteran, brings over 15 years of experience to his role as Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Hotel Management and Hospitality at Atal Bihari Vajpayee University Bilaspur. He holds a Ph.D. from the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management, Bundelkhand University, along with an MBA specializing in HR & Marketing from The Business School, University of Jammu, and an MTM from Indira Gandhi National Open University. Additionally, he holds a BSc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration from the Institute of Hotel Management Srinagar.

Dr. Pramendra Singh is currently working as an Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Tourism & Airlines, at Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India. He has also earned three master's degrees, two in Tourism & Travel Management and another in History. His research interests include heritage tourism, cultural tourism, sustainable tourism, tourism education, tourism, and technology.