Regenerative Tourism Podcast

The provided text presents an academic review of regenerative tourism, a burgeoning industry paradigm that seeks to move beyond traditional sustainability by creating net positive impacts for destinations. Through a semi-systematic analysis of over 250 articles, the researchers identify five core pillars: community centrism, an ecological worldview, viewing tourism as a living system, meaningful m...

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This research article evaluates how  community-based tourism (CBT)  in Indonesia recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic between 2020 and early 2026. By comparing four distinct destinations— Penglipuran, Wae Rebo, Nglanggeran, and Pemuteran —the authors distinguish between mere "bounce-back" restoration and "bounce-forward" transformation. The study introduces the  Community-Based...

The provided text outlines the conceptual evolution of  regenerative tourism , presenting it as a transformative  paradigm shift  from traditional sustainability. While sustainable tourism focuses on minimising damage, the regenerative approach seeks to  actively restore  and enhance social-ecological systems. This framework is deeply rooted in diverse fields such as  regenerative agriculture , pe...

This academic study examines the transition of  marine tourism  within the  Coral Triangle  from an  extractive model  toward a  regenerative paradigm  that actively restores ecosystems. By investigating sites in Indonesia and the wider region, the authors introduce the  Regenerative Marine Tourism Continuum (RMTC)  to categorise different levels of environmental impact and operational intent. The...

This research note evaluates the connection between critical theory and the emerging concept of regenerative tourism through a systematic review of existing academic literature. The authors observe that while both fields share a desire to challenge capitalist structures and promote social justice, very few studies currently integrate these two perspectives. The text highlights a significant lack o...

This academic study examines the necessary transformation of  Destination Marketing Organisations (DMOs)  from traditional, growth-centric entities into  stewardship-driven agents of regenerative tourism . Utilizing a  Three-Horizons framework  and participatory workshops with European DMO managers, the research identifies a critical disconnect between current marketing-heavy operations and the ur...

The provided text is a  scholarly commentary  by Jim Butcher that explores the rising concept of  regenerative tourism , which seeks to actively improve rather than just maintain environments and communities. The author distinguishes between the term's use as a  practical policy tool  for rural development and its more controversial role as a  deeply moral philosophy . Butcher argues that curr...

This academic paper investigates the  rising challenge of overtourism  in the Galápagos Islands and proposes a shift toward  regenerative tourism . Using a methodology called  "dancing with systems,"  researchers employed  participatory 3D mapping  and interviews to help local stakeholders visualise the complex forces driving unsustainable growth. The study utilizes the  iceberg model  to reveal h...

This academic research investigates how  regenerative tourism planning  in New Zealand impacts the role of the visitor through a  diversity, equity, and inclusion  lens. While the regenerative paradigm conceptually promotes  interconnectedness and collective transformation , an analysis of regional destination management plans suggests that tourists are often deprioritised or subjected to  exclusi...

This research explores the transition from traditional, extractive travel to a  regenerative tourism  model in  Aotearoa New Zealand  following the disruptions of the pandemic. The authors argue that the industry must move beyond capitalist growth to focus on the  long-term well-being  of local communities, ecosystems, and cultural heritage. Central to this transformation is the integration of  in...

The podcast features Kristin Dunne , the former CEO of Tourism Bay of Plenty, regarding the evolution of  regenerative tourism . The discussion highlights how standard sustainability is no longer sufficient, as destinations must now focus on strategies that actively  improve and restore  their local environments and communities. Dunne shares her first-hand experience shifting her organisation’s pu...

These sources provide a comprehensive overview of the  Iceland Tourism Cluster  and its pioneering role in fostering a  regenerative tourism  ecosystem. Through a series of podcast transcripts, the organization's leaders and partners explain how they  build bridges  between diverse stakeholders, including small businesses, local municipalities, and academic researchers. The core focus remains on s...

This academic article investigates the  profound historical connection  between  large-scale health catastrophes  and the  global travel and hospitality sectors . The research details how  increased human mobility  and  international trade networks  act as primary vectors for the  rapid transmission of infectious diseases , such as SARS and COVID-19. By examining past crises like the  Black Death...

Human Relationship with Nature, Indigenous Ways of Living and Regenerative Tourism Framework. This academic article explores the concept of  regenerative tourism , which aims to go beyond sustainability by actively  restoring and improving  social-ecological systems. The author argues that this approach draws heavily from  indigenous ways of living , emphasizing a symbiotic relationship where huma...

Regenerative tourism futures: a case study of Aotearoa New Zealand. This research analyzes the transition of  Aotearoa New Zealand  toward a  regenerative tourism  model in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors argue that previous industry structures were  unsustainable and fragile , necessitating a shift from purely extractive economic goals to a  holistic focus on well-being . Central t...

INDICATORS OF REGENERATIVE TOURISM: Measuring impact and defining regenerative tourism for socio- ecological systems. The provided text explores the shift from traditional tourism to a  regenerative model  that prioritises the  restoration of social and ecological systems . It argues that tourism is a  partial industry  deeply intertwined with complex global networks, requiring a holistic approach...

A Future of Tourism Industry: Conscious Travel, Destination Recovery And Regenerative Tourism. Post-pandemic recovery requires moving beyond traditional  mass tourism  toward  regenerative tourism . This holistic approach uses  positive psychology  to foster  conscious travel  habits, creating  resilient destinations  that prioritise  wellbeing  and environmental renewal. Read more:

Co-creating regenerative tourism: stakeholder perspectives and pathways from Banks Peninsula, New Zealand. Research on New Zealand’s  Banks Peninsula  shows strong stakeholder support for  regenerative tourism . While  businesses  seek financial incentives and  residents  value  authentic experiences ,  tourists  demand eco-friendly options. Success requires  collaboration  to bridge the gap. Read...

Regenerative Tourism Model: Challenges of Adapting Concepts from Natural Science to Tourism Industry. This study proposes a  regenerative tourism model  to move beyond extractive practices. By adapting  natural science  concepts like the  adaptive cycle  and  panarchy , it seeks to avoid  greenwashing . The model emphasises  holistic  restoration,  resilience  and symbiotic value. Read more here

Pacific Islanders have long been grappling with tourism as a livelihood strategy, yet environmental and cultural sustainability challenges persist. Envisioning a better future in which tourism delivers profound and lasting wellbeing outcomes for local people benefits from integrating diverse perspectives. Drawing on collective input from a Community of Practice, made up of Pacific Island experts a...

This research letter explores stakeholders’ views towards the implementation of regenerative tourism, based on the perspectives of business and community organisations, residents, and travellers in Banks Peninsula, New Zealand South Island. While the results highlight strong support for regenerative tourism principles among stakeholders, both businesses and community organisations express a need f...

What is regenerative tourism? At the core of the definition of  regenerative tourism  is the necessity for a holistic understanding of its origins. The increasing awareness of the environmental and sociocultural consequences linked with leisure and recreational activities has led to a global rise in this emerging concept.  This article explores the historical, current, and future dimensions of lei...

This chapter investigates the contribution of indigenous wisdom to regenerative tourism. The unique cultural, environmental and spiritual knowledge inherent to indigenous communities creates a foundation for an understanding of regenerative tourism that goes beyond sustainable tourism. This chapter explains the importance of indigenous cultures and explores how their ancient value systems and worl...

This chapter explores regenerative tourism as a holistic approach that transcends traditional sustainability by actively restoring and enhancing social–ecological systems (SESs). Recognising tourism as a partial industry, the chapter highlights its dynamic interactions with economic, social, cultural, and environmental systems. It presents regenerative tourism as a model that integrates both suppl...