Economics
The rocket science of sustainable tourism
Document Type
Article
Abstract
The science of sustainable tourism is not "Rocket Science" but they have much in common: The mission is daunting, the target is moving, the target is a considerable distance away, and the efficient operation of the main engine is critical. The differences are equally apparent: Rocket scientists know how to best operate their engine, have agreed on their target, and have a good understanding of the risks of the mission. Tourism scientists claim none of these. Overall, sustainable tourism scientists are attempting to solve a much more difficult problem-one that must deal with humans. © 2012 Cognizant Comm. Corp.
Publication Title
Tourism Analysis
Publication Date
11-19-2012
Volume
17
Issue
3
First Page
371
Last Page
376
ISSN
1083-5423
DOI
10.3727/108354212X13412775928069
Keywords
optimal trajectory, rocket science, sustainable tourism
Repository Citation
Tyrrell, Timothy J. and Johnston, Robert J., "The rocket science of sustainable tourism" (2012). Economics. 184.
https://commons.clarku.edu/faculty_economics/184
