Which term describes tourism that allows a destination to support both local residents and tourists without compromising future generations?

• A. Sustainable tourism
• B. Therapeutic recreation
• C. Target market
• D. Service

Answer: (A)

Sustainable tourism focuses on meeting the needs of travelers and host communities today while protecting resources and opportunities for future generations. It seeks a balance among economic viability, environmental protection, and social equity, so that local residents can benefit from tourism without depleting the resources or culture that attract visitors in the first place. When a term describes supporting both locals and tourists over the long term without compromising future generations, it clearly matches this concept.

Therapeutic recreation is about using leisure activities to improve health and well-being, not about sustaining destinations. Target market refers to the specific group of consumers a business aims to reach, which is about audience rather than long-term stewardship. Service is a broad term for delivering value to customers and doesn’t inherently address long-term environmental or community impact.