Transforming Travel: A Dive into Regenerative Tourism

Pankaj Thakur (), Sumit Patial and Arun Sharma
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Pankaj Thakur: Assistant Professor in Department of Management Rabindra Nath Tagore Government College Sarkaghat
Sumit Patial: Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Research Scholar, Department of Tourism and Travel Management
Arun Sharma: Assistant Professor in Department of Tour & Travel Rabindra Nath Tagore Government College Sarkaghat

A chapter in Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Innovation and Regenerative Trends in Tourism and Hospitality Industry (IRTTHI 2025), 2025, pp 4-10 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This article attempts to describe regenerative tourism, which has a nascent origin in the tourism and hospitality industry. This theoretical discussion highlights the transformation of tourism into a holistic concept known as regenerative tourism, a process based on the lens of nature-based solutions. This study delves into a paradigm shift from sustainable tourism to regenerative tourism. It explores the potential of regenerative tourism to address global tourism issues and promote socio-economic development by maintaining ecological balance. In this study, the researchers have investigated the latest research findings from scientific literature available in different scholarly databases and synthesised the results from the available literature. The researchers used an integrative research design to carry out this research. Significant issues such as cultural integration, community participation, awareness through education programs and economic practices have been studied, and a comparative analysis was made to find novel insights. Regenerative tourism is the need of the hour. To protect the ecosystem and attract tourists, revitalizing and replenishing tourist destinations is critical. Regenerative tourism enhances cultural and social cohesion, engages the local community, and supports diverse economic practices aligned with the circular economy. Preserving heritage culture and building and prioritizing social well-being, tourism destinations attract aware and conscious tourists, help sustainably generate revenues, and leave behind a legacy for future generations. This research calls for a holistic and collaborative approach from all stakeholders to attain regenerative goals. Practical implications include nature-based solutions, promoting tourist literacy, and prioritizing local, environmentally friendly practices. Policymakers, researchers, academicians, and tourism practitioners can leverage these insights to shape regenerative tourism practices.

Keywords: Regenerative Tourism; Sustainability; Paradigm Shift; Aspects of Regenerative Tourism; Regenerative Practices (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-799-1_2

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