Abstract
The ecology of tourism refers to the importance of understanding ecology in the context of tourism. In this case, tourism is referred to as the activity of people traveling to destinations for various reasons. Such travel may involve short- or long-haul flights, car journeys, visits to places of interest, organized tours, and a range of recreational activities. Ecotourism is particularly important to consider where the focus is specific to the natural environment. When managed carefully and coupled with interpretive components, ecotourism is environmentally friendly and sustainable.
