The decline of tourist destinations: an evolutionary perspective on overtourism

The term overtourism has generated considerable attention both in academic discourse and public debate. The actual or perceived impact of overtourism on destinations has significant ecological, social, and cultural consequences. However, a crucial question remains unanswered: What does overtourism d...

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Main Author: Benner, Maximilian (Author)
Format: Article (Journal)
Language:English
Published: 1 May 2020
In: Sustainability
Year: 2020, Volume: 12, Issue: 9, Pages: 1-14
ISSN:1548-7733
DOI:10.3390/su12093653
Online Access:Verlag, kostenfrei, Volltext: https://doi.org/10.3390/su12093653
Verlag, kostenfrei, Volltext: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/12/9/3653
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