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Analysing international tourist flows to estimate energy use associated with air travel
(Channel View Publications, 2002)
Tourism is a major global industry and air travel is an increasingly vital component of international tourism. This paper examines the neglected relationship between tourism and aviation with regard to global environmental ...
Distance models for New Zealand international tourists and the role of transport prices
(Sage Publications, 2011-05-01)
We analyse data on the distances travelled using car and air transport modes in New Zealand by a large sample of international tourists from six different countries of origin.
We use two-stage hurdle models to relate both ...
A national-level screening exercise to assess tourism’s vulnerability to climate change
(Lincoln University. LEaP, 2010)
It is widely acknowledged that over the 21st century the global community will need to adapt to the effects of climate change. Current climate models predict that New Zealand will experience increasing temperatures, changing ...
Tourists' perception of international air travel's impact on the global climate and potential climate change policies
(Channel View Publications, 2007)
Tourism's increasing contribution to climate change, especially through the use of air travel, is now acknowledged. This study seeks to explore tourists' knowledge and awareness of aviation's impact on the climate, their ...
The carbon footprint of domestic tourism
(2009-08)
This report provides an analysis of domestic tourism in New Zealand, its carbon footprint and the potential for reducing carbon dioxide emissions. The analysis is based on the DTS (Domestic Tourism Study) data provided by ...
The importance of climate and weather for tourism: literature review
(Lincoln University. LEaP, 2010-02)
Climate and weather are important factors in tourists’ decision making and also influence the successful operation of tourism businesses. More specifically, climate is defined as the prevailing condition observed as a long ...
Environmental attitudes and fuel saving behaviour by KEA campers customers: final report of a survey (June - November 2008)
(Lincoln University. Environment Society and Design Division, 2008-12)
The environmental concern of campervan tourists in New Zealand was analysed in two surveys, 2007 and 2008. The 2008 also investigated tourists’ responses to increasing fuel prices and changes they make to their travel ...
Report on the first consultation of tourism stakeholders in the Far North
(Lincoln University. LEaP, 2010-07)
The weather is very important to tourism: it allows tourists to participate in a wide range of activities, influences satisfaction and affects a business’ bottom line. Climate change will change how weather impacts on ...
Energy consumption of tourist attractions and activities in New Zealand: summary report of a survey
(Landcare Research and Tourism Research and Education Centre (TREC), Lincoln University, 2001-02)
Tourism is a growing industry and the attraction and activity sector is a vital part of it. It is a great challenge that this sector, which influences tourists experiences most, achieves a standard that complies with the ...
White paper on tourism and water
(EarthCheck Research Institute, 2013-03)
Water stewardship, water stress and availability have become increasingly important planning and development considerations for the tourism industry world-wide. Water challenges will be particularly important for the ...