News Headline

Rethinking tourism and its contribution to conservation in New Zealand

Source
Phys.org

Publication Date
2017-10-24

New Zealand is one of 36 global hotspots for biodiversity. Its unique wildlife is a major draw card for tourists. About three million international visitors arrive in New Zealand each year, adding NZ$15 billion to the economy. At least half explore a national park or protected area (PA), but they contribute very little to these conservation lands.

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https://phys.org/news/2017-10-rethinking-tourism-contribution-newzealand.html