January-March - Volume 12, Number 1 (2024)
BEYOND TOURISM: COMMUNITY-BASED ECOTOURISM INITIATIVES FOR SUSTAINABLE FUTURES IN GORGORA, ETHIOPIA
Meseret Alemayehu Tsegaye, Amarech Alemu Mengistu
Community-based ecotourism holds promise for fostering sustainable development in Gorgora, Ethiopia. This paper explores the potential of such initiatives in leveraging local resources while preserving the environment and cultural heritage. Drawing on case studies and empirical research, it examines the opportunities and challenges of community involvement in ecotourism, highlighting the implications for economic growth, environmental conservation, and social cohesion. By shedding light on the transformative power of community-based ecotourism, this paper seeks to inform policymakers, practitioners, and local communities on strategies for sustainable development in Gorgora and similar regions.
BALANCING HERITAGE PRESERVATION AND TOURISM: VISITOR MANAGEMENT IN FASIL GHEBBI, ETHIOPIA
Habtamu Tadesse Alemu, Yohannes Tsegaye Assefa
Fasil Ghebbi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ethiopia, faces both opportunities and challenges in managing visitor flows to ensure sustainable tourism development. This paper examines the practices and challenges associated with implementing visitor management strategies in Fasil Ghebbi. By analyzing existing literature and empirical data, it sheds light on the complexities of managing tourism in heritage sites and proposes solutions to enhance sustainability. Through a comprehensive exploration of visitor management practices and associated challenges, this paper provides valuable insights for policymakers, stakeholders, and practitioners seeking to promote sustainable tourism in Fasil Ghebbi and similar destinations.
FACTORS DETERMINING INTERNATIONAL TOURIST FLOW TO TOURISM DESTINATIONS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Tsegaye Wondimu Abera, Yohannes Mulugeta Assefa
The travel and tourism industry stands as a vital pillar of the global economy, serving as a significant source of revenue, employment, and investment for numerous countries. With its widespread impact on consumption, infrastructure development, and gross domestic product, the industry plays a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and development. This paper examines the multifaceted contributions of travel and tourism to national economies, drawing upon empirical evidence and scholarly research. International tourism, in particular, serves as a key driver of economic prosperity, generating foreign exchange earnings and stimulating employment opportunities. The steady increase in tourist arrivals, propelled by globalization...