Sustainable tourism is a means to implement tourism in a way that can contribute to the socio-economic development of the region, help in rural upliftment, and contribute to the development of the economy. It can help tourism survive and reach new heights within a stipulated period of time. It can also be practiced by tour operators, travel agencies, DMCs, the government, tourists, and the local people thriving in the region.

Sustainable tourism can contribute to tourism development.

Sustainable tourism can create employment opportunities for the locals, increase tax collection by government officials, and contribute to the overall growth and well-being of the economy. It thereby addresses the deficiencies and problems in the tourism industry, making it more prominent and attractive by following specific models and standards.

Sustainable tourism is therefore being practised by all tour operators and agencies across the globe to make tourism flourish and attain new heights. The government is also helping tour operators and local people implement this form of tourism in their respective regions and districts. Hotels and resorts are opening up avenues of accommodation for travellers planning their holiday vacations in such places. They are introducing the concept of solar power in rooms, an eco-friendly way to stay, by recycling waste and reducing pollution. Pollution levels are really worrying, and investing in such measures is proving to be a boon for the economy.

Tourism officials are developing eco-friendly cars and land transport facilities.

Reducing carbon footprints and sulfur is considered to improve air quality and eliminate harmful gases accumulating in the atmosphere. Plants are being planted to make cities cleaner, greener, and improve urban life. Afforestation policies are also being considered in regions with tourism to raise awareness among tourists about eco-friendly ways of living and contributing to the economy. People are therefore finding ways to reduce waste and practice sustainable ways of living.

Companies like Havoly and Reusibly.com are developing sustainable products.

Sustainable products are being developed and manufactured in districts, and tourism and conservation leaders are contributing to and supporting this cause and movement. Therefore, manufacturing units have been set up and established in regions, and storage facilities have been established to preserve and conserve food. Tea tourism has been introduced, and tourists are being taken to clean and undisturbed natural areas of the region, thereby promoting sustainable tourism.

CONCLUSION

Sustainable tourism can be implemented in various forms, and one such form is ecotourism. Ecotourism is being practised in undisturbed natural and protected areas and national parks. Ecotourism, a part of sustainable tourism, contributes significantly to implementing tourism cost-effectively and more simply.  Sustainable tourism thereby eliminates carbon and sulfur emissions in the atmosphere, contributes to a healthier and improved economy, and preserves the cultural heritage of the local community.