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Climate Change and Tourism: Impacts and Responses
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Climate Change and Tourism: Impacts and Responses

A special issue of Atmosphere (ISSN 2073-4433). This special issue belongs to the section "Climatology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (30 December 2024) | Viewed by 5903

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Dr. M. Belén Gómez Martín

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Department of Geography, University of Barcelona, C/Montalegre, 6, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Interests: geography; tourism; environmental global change; rural areas; regional geography
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Dear Colleagues,

Despite the recent economic, political, and social problems that have complicated the tourism business for numerous resorts and destinations, tourism is a sector with continual growth and acts as an important engine of development.

Climate and weather are important factors for many aspects of tourism, so any changes in atmospheric conditions can have very significant impacts on the sector. On the other hand, the leisure and travel sector is itself an intensive emitter of large amounts of CO2 and other greenhouse gases, and as such is an important modifier of climate conditions. This can have negative effects on the future of this sector. The nature and signs of the impact of climate change on tourism will depend on each tourism subsector and the adaptation and/or mitigation strategies that are carried out.

In this Special Issue, we welcome articles that tackle the scientific challenges arising in the field of tourism climatology given the bidirectional relationship between leisure and recreational activities and the climate. We will consider theoretical and conceptual reflections on this issue, methodological contributions, and case studies relating, amongst other things, to the evaluation of the potential of climate resources for different types of tourism and segments of demand; the necessary consideration of climate in the organization and planning of tourism due to its links to key aspects of the sector, such as water supply, artificial snow production, energy costs, etc.; the repercussions of extreme meteorological phenomena on the safety of tourist destinations; the importance of providing climate and meteorological information adapted to different uses and needs to enable tourist activities to be carried out as well as possible; and the direct and indirect impacts of climate change on this sector and the challenges arising in terms of the adaptation to and mitigation of this phenomenon.

Dr. M. Belén Gómez Martín
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • climate change
  • tourism
  • vulnerability
  • impacts
  • adaptation
  • mitigation
  • resilience

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The Location of Hotels and Their Exposure to Hurricanes in Cuba—Implication for Tourism Development in the Context of Climate Change
by Ricardo Remond-Noa, Antonio Torres-Reyes, Felipe Matos-Pupo, Maite Echarri-Chávez, Antonio Bouta-Numbo, Lisbet Crespo-García and María Belén Gómez-Martín
Atmosphere 2025, 16(1), 24; https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos16010024 - 28 Dec 2024
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This study focuses on the relationship between hotel sites (current and planned) and exposure to hurricanes in Cuba. The hypothesis focused on demonstrating that Cuban tourist areas have differing degrees of exposure to tropical cyclones according to the month. The results indicate that [...] Read more.
This study focuses on the relationship between hotel sites (current and planned) and exposure to hurricanes in Cuba. The hypothesis focused on demonstrating that Cuban tourist areas have differing degrees of exposure to tropical cyclones according to the month. The results indicate that although the whole Cuban archipelago is exposed to hurricanes, the tourist regions in Cuba’s western provinces have a greater chance of being affected than those located in the center, east, and south. The tourism development that will take place by 2030 in Cuba includes significant hotel expansion in coastal areas that are highly exposed to hurricanes. Information on the risk of hurricanes in tourist regions provides information that could enable the creation of the organizational conditions needed to tackle these phenomena in the short to medium term and to refine spatial and tourism planning approaches in the long term. Full article
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Can Tourists’ Summer Vacations Save Energy and Reduce CO2 Emissions? Evidence from China
by Puwei Zhang, Xiujiang Li, Meixuan Ren, Rui Li and Xin Gao
Atmosphere 2024, 15(12), 1414; https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15121414 - 25 Nov 2024
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This study develops a methodological framework for measuring energy conservation and CO2 emission reductions that considers both origins and destinations. The framework encompasses four key aspects: transportation, accommodation, cooking, and housing rehabilitation. Data were collected through a literature review, questionnaire surveys, and [...] Read more.
This study develops a methodological framework for measuring energy conservation and CO2 emission reductions that considers both origins and destinations. The framework encompasses four key aspects: transportation, accommodation, cooking, and housing rehabilitation. Data were collected through a literature review, questionnaire surveys, and field measurement tracking. Compared to living in the origin, senior tourists from Nanchang visiting Zhongyuan Township in China for summer tourism can save 5.747 MJ of energy and reduce CO2 emissions by 3.303 kg per capita per day. An in-depth analysis indicated that the research site could further enhance energy conservation and reduce CO2 emissions by improving public transportation services, optimizing the energy structure of the destination, and diversifying the available recreational offerings. Depending on the characteristics of the destination and the primary origin, summer or winter tourism in various countries or regions can employ the methodological framework to evaluate energy conservation and CO2 emission reductions after identifying specific parameters. The improved pathways identified through this research can serve as a checklist for other countries or regions aiming to explore energy conservation and CO2-emission-reduction pathways for summer or winter tourism. Enhancing climate-driven tourism development may offer a new avenue for the tourism industry to contribute to carbon reduction targets. Full article
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Climatic Suitability for Outdoor Tourism in Romania’s Big Cities
by Adina-Eliza Croitoru, Ștefana Banc, Andreea-Sabina Scripcă and Adina-Viorica Rus
Atmosphere 2024, 15(8), 996; https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15080996 - 20 Aug 2024
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This research aims to assess the climatic temporal suitability over the year and identify the appropriate season for open-air tourism in ten Romanian cities. It was evaluated using the Enhanced Tourism Climatic Index on a temporal scale of one day and then aggregated [...] Read more.
This research aims to assess the climatic temporal suitability over the year and identify the appropriate season for open-air tourism in ten Romanian cities. It was evaluated using the Enhanced Tourism Climatic Index on a temporal scale of one day and then aggregated to 10 days over 61 years (1961–2021). Daily mean and maximum temperature, mean and minimum relative humidity, wind speed, precipitation, and sunshine hours were employed in the investigation. The Mann–Kendall test and Sen’s slope were used for trend detection in the frequency, season duration, and first/last suitable day during the year for outdoor tourism. Acceptable or better weather conditions usually begin in the last part of April and end in mid-October, with Good or better conditions lasting between 260 and 310 days/year. The trend shows a shift of Good conditions earlier in the year (0.3–9.0 days/decade), resulting in a longer season duration (0.8–13.0 days/decade) for open-air activities. The trend is statistically significant mainly for the extra-Carpathian regions. Big differences in open-air events number during the climatically suitable season have been identified among the cities considered (2–19 events/year). This study is useful for better planning open-air events and activities for tourism and recreation. Full article
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Evolving Narratives in Tourism and Climate Change Research: Trends, Gaps, and Future Directions
by Kaitano Dube
Atmosphere 2024, 15(4), 455; https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15040455 - 6 Apr 2024
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This study presents a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of tourism and climate change research over the past decade by leveraging bibliometric analysis and a dataset sourced from the Scopus Database. The study scrutinised over 3400 English language articles. The analysis reveals [...] Read more.
This study presents a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of tourism and climate change research over the past decade by leveraging bibliometric analysis and a dataset sourced from the Scopus Database. The study scrutinised over 3400 English language articles. The analysis reveals a remarkable surge in publications, signifying the growing recognition of climate change’s multifaceted impact on tourism. However, a noteworthy geographical disparity emerges, with many regions remaining underrepresented in the literature, particularly in Africa and the Middle East. This oversight is concerning, given the vulnerability of these regions to climate change and their burgeoning tourism industries. The study also highlights the pivotal role of influential scholars, funding organisations, and publication outlets in shaping the research landscape. The European Commission and the National Natural Science Foundation of China are major funders. At the same time, journals like Sustainability and the Journal of Sustainable Tourism serve as prominent platforms for disseminating research findings. The analysis uncovers thematic trends, including the growing focus on climate change modelling and its implications for destination planning. However, research gaps persist, notably in sports tourism and climate resilience within the tourism sector. In conclusion, this study offers valuable insights into the current state of tourism and climate change research, pinpointing areas that demand increased attention and inclusivity. It is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and stakeholders working towards a sustainable and resilient future for the global tourism industry in the face of climate change. Full article
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