Abstract
Given the global nature of tourism and the increased mobility potential of the population, the sustainability of tourism has been a topical issue for many years. The paper aims to map aspects of sustainable tourism and the extent of their use in the operation of accommodation and catering facilities in the regional environment; the research was conducted in the Moravian-Silesian Region, which is very specific on several levels. There are a number of large industrial enterprises that have a negative impact on the environment; on the other hand, there are countless natural, cultural, technical and other attractions, which are reflected in the increasing traffic to this destination. Due to the restructuring of the industry, the region is clearly showing its ecological tendencies, and the region is trying to present itself as an environmentally friendly region. In the context of tourism, there is a need to provide quality, eco-friendly accommodation, and catering services. The paper contains an overview of indicators based on the European system of indicators in the field of tourism and their specific impacts primarily on the environment. There is also an overview of whether and to what extent operators of accommodation and catering facilities in the Moravian-Silesian Region apply tools used mainly in connection with ecological behaviors, such as waste sorting, wastewater treatment, water management, and energy savings. For the analysis and comparison, were used primary data from controlled interviews with operators of monitored facilities, and secondary data from the Czech Statistical Office.
Highlights
Sustainable tourismMany authors deal with the issue of sustainable tourism development in the professional literature
Over the past few decades, policymakers and marketers have become increasingly aware that the long-term development and sustainability of tourist destinations require clear guidance and direction
Many authors deal with the issue of sustainable tourism development in the professional literature
Summary
Many authors deal with the issue of sustainable tourism development in the professional literature. Some of them study the very essence of sustainability and adequacy of development; others focus on its aspects, impacts or assessments. The term 'sustainable development' has many forms in the literature, and there is no uniformly accepted definition. The professional community agrees mainly that the development of tourism cannot be planned and assessed in isolation. According to this institution, sustainable development is about improving living standards and human well-being within the limits of ecosystem capacity while preserving natural values and biodiversity for present and future generations. The basic pillars of sustainable development are social, economic and, last but not least, environmental
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