Gold Coast Surfers Paradise Tourism Impact Assessment and Mitigation for Sustainable Development
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Keywords
sustainable development, social impact assessment, environmental impact assessment, nature-based tourism
Abstract
This report examines the tourism impacts to Surfers Paradise, with a focus on sustainable development and strategies to balance economic, social, and environmental outcomes. The concept of sustainable development is explored through different frameworks such as triple bottom line, carrying capacity, and nature-based tourism, emphasizing both benefits and challenges to sustainable development. Potential social, environmental and economic tourism impacts on Surfers Paradise are identified following by recommendations including strategies to manage overcrowding, promote community engagement, enhance environmental planning, and diversify economy to reduce vulnerability. Overall, findings highlight that although Surfers Paradise has made significant progress in sustainability, further integrated management strategies are required to ensure long-term resilience and sustainable development.
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