Leisure travel is more widespread and accessible than ever before, but the world faces the growing problem of its unintended consequences. The desire to explore the globe has led to an increase in tourism, with billions of individuals traveling to various destinations, fueling economic growth and infrastructure development. However, it has brought forth many challenges that demand our attention, including the unsustainable consumption of energy, environmental degradation, climate change, and the excessive cost of maintaining tourist hotspots. The high influx of visitors to many destinations has left more than just a negative imprint upon nature, it has also disrupted the daily lives and livelihoods of residents.

To address these pressing issues, Supporting Environmental Stability Through Ecotourism presents one possible solution in the form of a comprehensive book on ecotourism and sustainable tourism. It delves deep into the transformative power of ecotourism, offering insights into its economic, social, and cultural impacts. This book provides a holistic model for ecotourism adaptation and explores its potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional tourism. By examining the consumption patterns of eco-tourists and providing theoretical and literature support, this book offers valuable resources for prospective research in the field.

Supporting Environmental Stability Through Ecotourism meets the needs of academic institutions and libraries, practitioners in the tourism industry, social scientists seeking insights into ecotourism, academic faculties, and students studying tourism, as well as policy development organizations at national and international levels. With a range of chapters covering topics from destination branding to the role of social media influencers and the impact of technology, Supporting Environmental Stability Through Ecotourism serves as a comprehensive guide for both academics and professionals. It presents solutions and insights that are essential for establishing a sustainable and responsible tourism industry, ensuring the preservation of our environment and the well-being of local communities.

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The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Climate Change
Consumption Patterns
Destination Branding
Economic Growth
Ecotourism
Environmental Stability
Infrastructure Development
Leisure Travel
Local Communities
Policy Development
Social Media Influencers
Sustainable Tourism
Tourism Challenges
Unintended Consequences

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Editor/Author Biographies

Muhammad Abrar is a professor of Management Sciences (Marketing), and currently, he is serving as a Professor / Director at Lyallpur business school at Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. He received his PhD in Business Administration (Marketing) from The Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, P.R.China, and holds an MBA from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan and M.Sc. (Hons.) Agronomy degree from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan. He is a well-known scholar in his research areas (Brand Management, Supply Chain Management, Digital Marketing, Services Marketing, Management, and Business Education). His scholarly peer-reviewed research articles have been published in the top journals, e.g., International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, Journal of Enterprise Information Management, Management Decision, Journal of Competitiveness, Asia Pacific Journal of Marketing and Logistics, Total Quality Management & Business Excellence, Marketing Intelligence & Planning, Economic and Industrial Democracy, International Journal of Emerging Markets, Chinese Management Studies, Autex Research Journal, SAGE Open, Quality & Quantity, Industria Textila, Journal of Islamic Marketing.

Muhammad Asim Nawaz is an accomplished academic with a diverse educational background. He holds a PhD in Business Management from the University of Science and Technology of China, with a specialization in Marketing. He also has a Master of Sciences in Business Administration from the University of Central Punjab, Lahore, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the same institution. His research interests include consumer behavior, organic food, health literacy, and business management. As an Assistant Professor at Lyallpur Business School, Government College University, Faisalabad, he has contributed significantly to academia through his publications and thesis supervision. He is currently supervising research projects on eco-tourism, consumer trust, and brand hate. Additionally, he has managed various clubs and events aimed at fostering entrepreneurial spirit and development.

Faiqa Kiran is a dedicated academic with a strong background in business administration and marketing. She completed her Ph.D. in Business Administration from the National College of Business Administration & Economics, Lahore, under the supervision of Dr. Suleman Aziz Lodhi. Prior to that, she earned an M-Phil in Business Administration from Imperial College of Business Administration, Lahore, supervised by Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Khan. Faiqa holds an MBA with a major in Marketing from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Lahore, and a Bachelor's in Computer Science from Hamdarad University Karachi. Her academic journey includes roles as a Lecturer and Assistant Professor in the Department of Business Administration at Government College University, Faisalabad. Faiqa has received several honors and awards, including a Merit Scholarship at COMSATS and a Best Presentation Award at the Global Institute 2014 Lahore. She has contributed significantly to the field of business administration with her published manuscripts and conference presentations, focusing on topics such as brand portfolio strategy, corporate governance practices, health literacy, and digital marketing strategies. Faiqa's dedication to research is evident from her ongoing work and commitment to advancing knowledge in her field.

Fahad Asmi is an adjunct research fellow at Charles Sturt University (Australia) with expertise in sustainable behavior, immersive media in learning, computational social network analysis, scientometrics. He aims to enhance information, media, digital, and research literacies and self-efficacy in society. He has published over 50 papers on sustainable behavior, cyberpsychology, immersive media, business, and agribusiness. Previously, Dr. Asmi worked as a research fellow and associate research fellow at the University of Science and Technology of China (P. R. China). There, he participated in provincial and national research projects, led an inter-university collaboration, organized workshops, and co-supervised graduate students. Dr. Asmi serves on the editorial boards of PLOS One and BMC Psychology. He is collaborating with industry partners like Wanxin Media (P. R. China) and NeoBiz Solutions (United Arab Emirates) on projects related to VR and sustainable apparel, respectively. With this background spanning sustainable behavior, immersive technologies, data science, publishing, and ethical oversight, Asmi brings a wealth of multidisciplinary knowledge and real-world experience to his current academic role and research..

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