Explore the critical balance of nature-based tourism in India’s peripheral areas. This insightful book delves into whether developing eco-tourism in remote regions drives progress or risks disaster. Gain essential knowledge on managing natural resources, understanding socio-economic impacts, and crafting sustainable tourism strategies. It’s an indispensable resource for tourism professionals, researchers, and students grappling with the dual challenges of development and conservation in India’s unique landscapes.

Explore the intricate world of **tourism**, **mobility**, and **second homes** with this authoritative international analysis. Discover the profound economic, social, and environmental impacts shaping rural landscapes and contemporary **leisure lifestyles**. This essential volume offers a comprehensive review, crucial for understanding modern human **mobility** patterns and **rural development** processes. It delves into planning implications and the evolving use of peripheral areas, providing critical insights into the dual nature of **second homes**. An indispensable resource for **tourism** academics, planners, and students seeking a deeper understanding of changing behaviours and landscape dynamics.