Developing sustainable geotourism as post-mining land use programs in Indonesia
The development of sustainable geotourism as a post-mining land use alternative has become a popular issue in Indonesia. The geological and mining heritage will attract people with different kinds of interests and encourage the development of tourism ...
Nendi Rohaendi, H. Herlinawati
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The role of virtual field trips in Geography higher education: A perspective paper
Abstract In this perspective paper, we explore the role virtual field trips (VFTs) may play in creating a more resilient, sustainable and equitable field education for Geography students in higher education as we move away from the pandemic but into a financially precarious higher education environment.
Elizabeth R. Hurrell+7 more
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A Review of Geotourism and Geoparks: Is Africa missing out on this new mechanism for the development of sustainable tourism? [PDF]
This paper uses sustainable tourism development paradigm to demonstrate the economic, social-cultural and environmental potentialities presented by ‘Geotourism’ and its primary product ‘Geoparks’ in the quest for sustainable tourism development in Africa.
Percy Mabvuto Ngwira
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Australian geography’s challenges and community‐based learned societies in its future
Geography remains more relevant than ever, yet it faces challenges in Australia. Voluntary, community‐based learned societies like the Royal Geographical Societies of South Australia and Queensland are crucial in promoting geography’s value, advocating for education, fostering research, and engaging the public.
Iain Hay
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Microclimatic studies in Paranhos water galleries, Porto (Portugal) [PDF]
Sanz Rubio, Enrique et al.-- 4 pages, 3 figures, 4 references.-- Proceedings of the International Congress on Science and Technology for the Conservation of Cultural Heritage, held 2-5 october, Santiago de Compostela, España.Paranhos constitutes one of ...
Fernández Cortés, A.+5 more
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The objective of this study is to examine the key determinants involved in formulating a sustainable plan for marine tourist development in the Olele Marine Park region with a specific focus on geotourism, guided by the principles of integrated coastal ...
Yohanes Sulistyadi+5 more
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The complex governance of protected areas: Insights from geoheritage and geopark management in China
Abstract Geoparks aim to conserve areas of geological significance and achieve sustainable endogenous regional development via geotourism. The management of geoparks requires the involvement of all relevant stakeholders and authorities. However, the strategies when establishing geoparks are often based on the visions of scientists and policymakers ...
Andi Zhuang+3 more
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Ibero-American Research on Local Development. An Analysis of Its Evolution and New Trends [PDF]
Local development is a subject that arouses significant interest in the international scientific community in general, and in the Ibero-American one, in particular.
Pablo Valenciano, Jaime de+3 more
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The role of geodiversity in delivering ecosystem services and benefits in Scotland [PDF]
The ecosystem services approach is now a key driver for environmental policy and conservation management both in the UK and globally. Within this, geodiversity provides or underpins many essential provisioning, regulating, cultural and supporting ...
Barron, Hugh F., Gordon, John E.
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Rock climbing sites as locations for geoheritage and geoscience engagement in mountains
Outdoor activities including trekking and hiking are commonly undertaken in mountains and in other environments where bedrock surfaces or bedrock‐controlled landforms are present and where users can enjoy the fresh air and the physical landscape.
Jasper Knight, Irene Maria Bollati
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