Sustainable Tourism and Public Opinion: Examining the Language Surrounding the Closure of Uluru to Climbers

Bridget Tombleson () and Katharina Wolf ()
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Bridget Tombleson: Curtin University
Katharina Wolf: Curtin University

Chapter Chapter 22 in Case Based Research in Tourism, Travel, Hospitality and Events, 2022, pp 401-419 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract The decision to cease the climbing of one of Australia’s major tourist attractions, the UNESCO World Heritage site Uluru, on 26th October 2019, has attracted much controversy, debate and worldwide attention. This case study explores traditional media commentary and reporting as well as social mediaSocial media discussions in the lead up to the closure of the climb. Drawing on framing theory, three key frames emerge that illustrate the opposing perspectives on the role of destinationDestinations tourism. Through the economic lens, UNESCO World Heritage attractionsAttractions like the Uluru climb perform a crucial role in supporting a country’s economyEconomies. As a national treasure, the rock should be freely accessible to all Australians (entitlement frame). However, the inclusive sustainabilitySustainability worldview considers a site’s history, contemporary relationship with the (localLocals) community and potential for future generations. This case highlights issues in change management processes with regards to access to heritage sites. Insights into the narrative in the lead up to the closure of the climb enable readers to explore the complexities surrounding the desire to shift towards a more sustainable tourism model.

Keywords: Sustainable tourism; Uluru; Destination travel; Indigenous Australians; Selfietourism; Overcrowding (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-4671-3_22

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