Ecotourism, Foreign Tourist Perception, and National Parks: The Case in Northeast Langkawi
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2005
Abstract
Scientists from the University of Malaya have suggested that the northeast of Langkawi be declared as a national park by virtue of its great diversity. This paper argues that this suggestion is strengthened by adopting a dual approach of nature conservation and ecotourism. Some issues of ecotourism as it pertains to Northeast Langkawi are discussed. An analysis of tourist characteristics and perceptions shows a strong potential for ecotourism through the labelling of Northeast Langkawi as a national park.
Keywords
Ecotourism, Tourist Perception, National Parks
Divisions
arts
Publication Title
Malaysian Journal of Science
Volume
24
Publisher
Faculty of Science, University of Malaya
Additional Information
University of Malaya. Faculty of Arts & Social Science. Dept. of Geography.
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