Developing Ecotourism Products: Overview of International Experiences and Lessons Learnt for Vietnam

Date Received: 16-04-2025

Date Accepted: 31-10-2025

Date Published: 24-11-2025

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Lan, L., & Le, N. (2025). Developing Ecotourism Products: Overview of International Experiences and Lessons Learnt for Vietnam. Vietnam Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 23(11), 1544–1552. https://doi.org/10.31817/tckhnnvn.2025.23.11.13

Developing Ecotourism Products: Overview of International Experiences and Lessons Learnt for Vietnam

Lai Thi Tuyet Lan , Nguyen Phuong Le (*) 1

  • Tác giả liên hệ: [email protected]
  • 1 Khoa Kinh tế và Phát triển nông thôn, Học viện Nông nghiệp Việt Nam

    • Keywords

    Ecotourism, products, development, international experience, lessons

    Abstract


    Ecotourism plays a crucial role in promoting economic growth, protecting natural resources, preserving biodiversity, and enhancing the quality of life for local communities. Consequently, many countries have developed policies and strategies for ecotourism that align with their available natural resources. This study employs a combination of theoretical analysis and practical evaluation, drawing on ecotourism research, scientific articles, research reports, and official websites. The objectives of the study are: (i) to synthesize and analyze the experiences of developing ecotourism products in selected countries; and (ii) to derive lessons learned from these countries. The article contributes to providing a theoretical and practical foundation to promote the sustainable development of the ecotourism industry in Vietnam.

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