A Model for touristic cities: The Case of Nicaragua
Tourism is considered one of the main sectors for the development of Cultural and Creative industries, which are drivers of social, economic, and cultural development in our communities.In Nicaragua, the right of our people to create and enjoy all forms of art and culture is recognized. To this end, laws,…
Gastronomic Tourism as an Opportunity to Showcase the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Regions
Starting from the definition of tourism presented by UNWTO, formerly the World Tourism Organization (WTO), tourism encompasses activities carried out by people during their travels for leisure, health, scheduled events, business, among others. These activities include both those related to the logistics of the trip and those associated with leisure…
Sustainability in Palomino Tourism: Reality or Trend?
In the last decade, the word “sustainability” has become a common term in the tourism industry. From hotels and hostels to restaurants, everyone seems committed to sustainable practices. However, when these initiatives are closely examined, reality often does not match the rhetoric. In this opinion piece, the true implementation of…
The Great Opportunity of Artificial Intelligence for the World of Entertainment and Leisure
The purpose of this article is to develop a reflection on the impact of AI in the entertainment and leisure industry, which includes tourism, and can be organized into two effects. First, AI will substantially increase the productivity of this industry. For example, we will increasingly encounter digital agents that…
Regenerative Tourism: A Step Beyond Sustainability
Tourism sustainability has been a necessary response to the negative impact that tourism activities can have on destinations. However, in the ongoing search for practices that benefit the environment and local communities, a powerful concept has emerged that goes beyond conventional sustainability: regenerative tourism. This approach does not settle for…
Experiential Tourism: Seeking to Create Memorable Memories
Tourism, a multifaceted phenomenon, involves a kaleidoscope of motivations and experiences for those who practice it. Investigating the intrinsic nature of the tourist experience has proven essential to understanding how tourists interact with their destinations, the underlying reasons for their travel choices, and the interpretations they give to their experiences.…
Postmodernity and Tourism: Exploring the Links through “Consuming Life” by Zygmunt Bauman
The postmodern era has triggered significant transformations in how we perceive and experience the world. One of the most notable phenomena in this context is the culture of consumption, where the acquisition of goods and experiences becomes central to life—not out of necessity but as a quest for identity and…
Is Tourism at its Limit?
Tourism saturation is already a growing global problem, but it has a solution. Without fear of error, it can be affirmed that tourism improves the economy in destinations, but at the same time, an excess of travelers harms host locations and their residents. These seemingly contradictory statements reflect a clear…
Conceptual Approach to Rural Tourism in Ecuador
In recent decades, the development of rural tourism proposals has gained importance due to growing demand for alternative and outdoor activities, a trend further strengthened by the reopening of tourism spaces following the COVID-19 health restrictions. The demand for non-traditional forms of tourism has favored the development and promotion of…
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Tourism
The recent Global Sustainable Development Report (SDR) for 2024, prepared by a panel of international experts, highlights that there are critical and pressing challenges in implementing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These conclusions were analyzed in September of this year at the UN General Assembly, during the so-called Summit of the Future 2024.…