Tourism, disasters and vulnerability
Cunliffe, Scott K. (2007) Tourism, disasters and vulnerability. In: King, David, and Cottrell, Alison, (eds.) Communities Living With Hazards. Centre for Disaster Studies, James Cook University, James Cook University, pp. 63-81.
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Abstract
[Extract] The main objectives of this chapter are: to describe some of the natural and anthropogenic hazards which have an impact of the tourism industry in tropical coastal areas; and to highlight the importance of vulnerability reduction to assist communities to cope with all potential hazards to their livelihoods. The discussion takes a global view of hazards and vulnerability while pointing out specific aspects of vulnerability and the exposure of tourism destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The chapter takes a general view of hazards and vulnerability issues related to tourism.
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ISBN: | 978-0-86443-752-5 |
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Date Deposited: | 25 Jun 2012 04:02 |
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