Qatar Case Study: Sustainable Tourism Development & Planning

This case study examines the concept of sustainable tourism development, focusing on Qatar. It explores the integration of environmental, social, and economic factors, emphasizing the need for responsible tourism practices. The study highlights the importance of balancing tourism with the preservation of cultural heritage and natural resources. It discusses factors that can hinder sustainable tourism, such as costs, weather conditions, and safety concerns. Furthermore, it outlines different stages involved in planning for sustainability, including planning, evidence gathering, local planning development, and the continuous monitoring of policy impacts. This analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of sustainable tourism principles and their practical application in the context of Qatar, referencing academic sources to support the discussion.

TASK 3
QATAR CASE STUDY

Introduction of the concept of sustainability in
tourism development with reference Qatar
 Concept of sustainability in tourism development can be defines in the
process to meet with the requirements of tourist with enhancement of
opportunities for future survival in addition with protection.
 Qatar is historic country that enrich resources nature and culture.
 Therefore, tourism in the country also need to implement socio-culture
values with support to local community in employment and
development of sustainable tourism.
 In order to determines general concept of sustainable development,
environment and local culture has low impact

CONTINUE…
 It tends to see the pursuit of sustainable tourism
development.
 It includes balancing of social, economic and
environmental goals.
 Main purpose of this is to counter threats resulting from
unmanaged tourism.

Factors that may prevent or hinder sustainable
tourism development with reference to Qatar
 There are several factors may prevent or hinder sustainable
tourism development for Qatar. They are as follows:
 Cost:
 Weather:
 Safety

Different stages in planning for
sustainability with reference to Qatar
 In order to consider planning for sustainability in Qatar, there are
several stages can be included that are as follows:
 Planning stage
 Evidence gathering

CONTINUE…
 Development of local planning
 Monitoring impact of policy over time
 Development of master plans for new community

REFERENCES
 Bramwell, B., 2015. Theoretical activity in sustainable tourism
research. Annals of Tourism Research. 54. pp.204-218.
 Budeanu, A., Miller, G. and Ooi, C.S., 2016. Sustainable tourism,
progress, challenges and opportunities: an introduction.
 Carr, A., Ruhanen, L. and Whitford, M., 2016. Indigenous
peoples and tourism: The challenges and opportunities for
sustainable tourism. Journal of Sustainable Tourism. 24(8-9).
pp.1067-1079.