00896nam a2200109Ia 4500080001800000245008600018260002500104300001000129520061300139583002200752650001200774  a09.04.05 U588  aSustainable tourism : contribution to economic growth and sustainable development  bUNaNew YorkUSc2013  a20 p.  aSeeks to identify the key issues that should be addressed in considering the contributions of tourism to sustainable development. Reviews the relative importance of the tourism sector from the global and national perspective.  Assesses the potential direct and indirect impacts of tourism on local economies and its potential role in poverty reduction and inclusive growth.  Addresses the challenges posed by the sector, specifically damage to the environment and cultural heritage. Examines how the sector could be made more sustainable and how its contribution to sustainable development could be enhanced.  c10/15/13kSANDRAW  aTOURISM