The Development of Sustainable Tourism in Viet Nam

Abstract

Vietnam tourism has greatly flourished, generating economic benefits to the national economy. However, rapid tourism growth also leads to environmental deterioration and cultural decline. Sustainable tourism plays a role in preserving environmental and natural resources, conserving cultural identities and ensuring economic benefits to all stakeholders. In this study the secondary data collection method in qualitative research is employed to analyze the opportunities and the difficulties of sustainable tourism development. This research examines the main potentials of sustainable tourism, indicates several major challenges and suggests possible solutions to develop sustainable tourism. The recommendations include educating and managing tourist behaviors, and implementing better guidelines, legal framework and economic incentives for tourism organizations. The government should also invest in sustainable infrastructures and develop workforce in both quantity and quality to meet the demands of sustainable tourism requirements.