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Integrating Ecotourism into Regional Development: A Study on Natura 2000 Sites in the North-East Region of Romania

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  • Irina Teodora Manolescu

    („Alexandru Ioan Cuza“ University of Iasi, Romania)

  • Mihai Talmaciu

    („Alexandru Ioan Cuza“ University of Iasi, Romania)

  • Mioara Mihaila

    („Ion Ionescu de la Brad“ Iasi University of Life Sciences, Romania)

Abstract

Romania has aligned itself with objectives related to the conservation and protection of biodiversity, the safeguarding of natural habitats, and the protection of wild species by identifying and assessing Natura 2000 sites. These are recognized and protected not only at the European level but also internationally. They can be connected to broader ecological networks, such as the PanEuropean Ecological Corridors and international biodiversity protection networks, playing a significant role in promoting sustainable development by integrating nature conservation with socioeconomic activities. Additionally, they provide opportunities for biodiversity conservation, sustainable resource utilization, tourism development, and involvement of local communities. The study aims to identify the main forms of tourism practiced, as well as those with potential within the 15 Natura 2000 sites in the North-East region of Romania. In a comparative manner, it highlights best practices and measures necessary for promoting ecotourism and other sustainable economic activities that support nature conservation.

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  • Irina Teodora Manolescu & Mihai Talmaciu & Mioara Mihaila, 2023. "Integrating Ecotourism into Regional Development: A Study on Natura 2000 Sites in the North-East Region of Romania," Ovidius University Annals, Economic Sciences Series, Ovidius University of Constantza, Faculty of Economic Sciences, vol. 0(2), pages 117-127, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:ovi:oviste:v:xxiii:y:2023:i:2:p:117-127
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    Keywords

    Natura 2000 site; tourist valorization; sustainable tourism;
    All these keywords.

    JEL classification:

    • Q26 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Renewable Resources and Conservation - - - Recreational Aspects of Natural Resources
    • Z32 - Other Special Topics - - Tourism Economics - - - Tourism and Development

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