Solutions for Applying Biodiversity Values to Serve Sustainable Tourism Development in Ha Long Bay.

- Tourism planning is under construction.

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is a key economic sector. Therefore, this field will receive great investment attention, especially Ha Long Bay.

- Ha Long Bay is recognized by many managers, scientists and tourists.

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national and international concern and protection .

Many universities, research institutes and

International organizations have been implementing research and conservation activities locally;

- Conservation of biodiversityand climate change .

Challenge:

considered an effective solution to cope with

Pollution

Environmental degradation and biodiversity loss are reducing the status of heritage and biodiversity .

Extreme weather events and climate change have significant impacts on biodiversity.

- Model

agree

about profit

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between economic activities ( tourism , industry)

industry, fisheries, water transport ... ). Model

agree

keep your word

community and management

Local or difficult in solving the problem of sharing benefits from resource use

natural resources due to lack of stakeholder research

- Balance between conservation and development of Ha Long Bay. Restoring ecosystems such as mangroves , coral reefs, and seagrasses takes a lot of effort, money, and time.

- The current economy

mainly dependent on

in the coal industry , while the tourism industry

The contribution rate is very small (7%). Therefore, economic restructuring must take place

gradually

- Difficulty in attracting foreign investment in difficult economic zones .

by shape

- Exploitation of aquatic products

tourism, special

especially destructive methods .

In summary: For Ha Long Bay, there are many opportunities to move towards sustainable tourism development, but the difficulties and challenges are not small, requiring careful consideration in the trade-off of ecological services .

3.3. Solutions to apply biodiversity values to serve sustainable tourism development in Ha Long Bay.

In 2010, the international community organized activities during the Year of

International Convention on Biological Diversity

United Nations

World Tourism Organization ( UNWTO )

organized World Tourism Day on September 27 , 2010 in China with the theme "Tourism Industry

and biodiversity”. Human

get it

The value of biodiversity for sustainable development

In the long term , the tourism industry calls for the sustainable conservation of biodiversity . The tourism industry is heavily dependent on natural resources and developing sustainable tourism means increasing funding for conservation .

This trend is completely suitable for Long .

with the World Natural Heritage site Ha Long Bay

Within the framework of the topic, we will propose general solutions to achieve the goal .

sustainable development , and at the same time propose specific solutions for each area with ecotourism activities .

3.3.1. Solutions for sustainable tourism development

Development goals and strategies

area

To make Ha Long a sustainable tourist destination, tourism development and

Environmental protection must be taken seriously. Therefore, the vision and goals

pepper

The following have been established by Quang Ninh Provincial People's Committee and JICA for the tourism industry in Ha Long area:

Target :

“Harmony” between tourism development and environmental protection in Ha Long Bay.

Transition from Mass Tourism to Sustainable Tourism.

To achieve the goal, 6 strategies for sustainable tourism development have been established as follows:

Strategy:

1: Strengthening management capacity for sustainable tourism development

2: Developing institutional, legal and policy frameworks to support Ecotourism 3: Protecting tourism resources

4: Developing sustainable tourism products

5: Upgrading services and quality of tourism facilities and tourism businesses 6: Promoting and Promoting Sustainable Tourism

Strategy 1: Strengthening management capacity for sustainable tourism development

To develop sustainable tourism in the Ha Long area, it is necessary to strengthen management capacity at tourist sites and areas by developing zoning plans and management guidelines for the Bai Chay and Hung Thang areas, tourism site management guidelines for the main islands in Ha Long Bay and identifying solutions for unfinished tourism development projects and suspended tourism facilities in the Bai Chay area.

Strategy 2: Develop an Institutional, Legal and Policy Framework to Support Ecotourism

Raise awareness and empower communities. Priority should be given to the development and promotion of ecotourism in Ha Long Bay and other areas in the tourism development plan, in order to encourage ecotourism promotion in the region and at the grassroots level. Establish formal regulations, such as decision-making on ecotourism promotion and basic policies. To support the development and implementation of ecotourism activities in collaboration with tourism businesses and local communities, it is necessary to establish an ecotourism association, with financial support.

main and training for DLST guides.

Strategy 3: Protect tourism resources

Ha Long Bay has been recognized twice by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage. This is a tourism resource that is different from many other places . Therefore, minimizing the impact, protecting the natural environment and tourism resources in Ha Long Bay and in the surrounding areas is one of the important strategies for sustainable tourism development as well as to enhance the value of the World Natural Heritage.

UNESCO World Heritage Site for Ha Long Bay.

Strategy 4: Develop sustainable tourism products

Tourism product development is an integral part of tourism development and sustainable tourism. In order to increase the length of stay of tourists and their spending, it is necessary to create new tourism products and provide a variety of products. Some opinions on tourism product development are as follows:

- Develop eco-tours to islands and natural forests

- Develop community tourism program.

- Take a boat to the mangrove forest.

- Experiential and educational tour programs for international students and tourists.

- Develop tour programs connecting with potential tourist destinations (sightseeing tours).

- Design and develop new souvenir products using local resources.

- Organize training for tour guides on eco-tourism and nature.

Strategy 5: Upgrade services and quality of tourism facilities and tourism businesses

Ha Long Bay has now been promoted as an international tourist destination. Improving the quality of local tourism businesses and improving facilities

Tourism services in Ha Long area is one of the important strategies for sustainable tourism development in Ha Long area and also helps to raise environmental awareness and environmental protection in the tourism business community. Recommendations for upgrading services and quality of tourism service and business facilities are as follows:

- Customer service and hospitality training for tourism businesses.

- Develop an eco-rating system for accommodation facilities and cruise ships (eco-label).

- Upgrade facilities to serve tourists.

Strategy 6: Promote and enable sustainable tourism

Ha Long Bay is known in Vietnam and internationally as a World Natural Heritage and one of the new seven wonders of nature. The Ha Long area needs to be further promoted in Vietnam and abroad as a sustainable tourism destination[3].

Some solutions for sustainable tourism development in Ha Long based on biodiversity

In order for Quang Ninh tourism to become a spearhead economic sector, an important driving force for the province's socio-economic activities, to elevate Quang Ninh tourism, especially Ha Long tourism, to become an international-class tourism brand, ensuring the requirements of sustainable development, Quang Ninh tourism industry in the coming time needs to synchronously and strongly implement many solutions such as:

1. Solutions for planning and investing in developing new, unique, attractive and highly competitive tourism products

The planning and investment in building coastal service areas to “reduce the load” on Ha Long Bay also needs to be promoted to preserve and effectively exploit the value of Ha Long Bay. Coastal projects are invested in on the principle of not destroying the overall landscape of the Bay.

Build unique tourism products, especially cultural and artistic tourism products, sports and entertainment tourism products, eco-tourism products and shopping tourism areas to increase attractiveness. Plan to connect Ha Long with the whole country .

Other tourist attractions such as: Yen Tu , Yen Hung, Dong Trieu, Mong Cai.

The production activities of the fishing village residents must still be ensured to take place on Ha Long Bay, but in a scientific and orderly manner. Bringing a very good experience to visitors on how miners mine coal (Ha Tu coal mine is an open-pit coal mine from the French colonial period with open-pit coal mining technology providing visitors with quite interesting experiences).

Policy of training highly skilled human resources to serve the management and services of Ha Long Bay, meeting the increasing demands of tourists.

2. Watermelon management solution

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A community-based resource management model for sustainable development has been successfully developed and successfully tested on the mangrove ecosystem in Ha Thu village, Hai Lang commune, Tien Yen - Quang Ninh. The model is the result of inheriting domestic and international experience. This is a model with a successful combination of managers, scientists and the community; the model is feasible and can be replicated for local applications.

The model of community - based cultural management and preservation is being developed and is being

build

g on Vinh Ha Long, at Cua Van fishing village - list of 16 beautiful ancient villages

The world's largest. Established Cua Van Floating Cultural Center to preserve and maintain the cultural values of fishing villages, through traditional activities, exchange activities between the community and tourists. Here, the Center's tour guides are children of fishing village residents. Visitors will be able to see and learn about hundreds of archaeological artifacts, including tools and means of catching seafood of the fishing people in Vinh, past and present ...

Need to build

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biological resource management model

and watermelon tourism

into the community for Ha Long Bay World Heritage Site. To develop the World Heritage Site, it is necessary to

melon

into the community . The community also participates in managing , exploiting and protecting the environment .

natural resources for tourism development

- For Ha Long Bay, stakeholders in implementing the model

including:

The main stakeholders involved in the model development are: Ha Long Bay Management Board

Long, People's Committee of Ward: Hung Thang, Hong Hai , Ha Tu, Hong Ha , Bai Chay - Ha Long City

Long and the entire community of people in the night and the area of the Heritage ( especially the

People living on the islands at sea ). There are also related units such as the Department of Natural Resources and Environment, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, and Scientists.

Through discussions with stakeholders, both the community and the Ha Long Bay Management Board agreed to build the model if it would be effective in conservation and improve the quality of life of the people. The local authorities in charge will also support and facilitate the implementation of the model.

- Work

share the profit

community service to ensure community safety , especially

know people

Marine residents ( fishing and aquaculture ) participate in the long - term exploitation and protection of resources . Recruit competent people to train and

online

reception of people

tourists in both ecotourism tours ( visiting the village ,

fishing , climbing , rolling

sea...)

3. Human resource development training solutions

For training local people, it is necessary to focus on improving people's knowledge and general awareness of tourism. It is necessary to equip them with skills to guide and explain to tourists. Train necessary skills such as performing arts or organizing events. Help people restore and preserve some festivals, traditional cultural activities, and traditional occupations of Ha Long fishermen.

For training human resources for tour guides on ecotourism, it is necessary to organize training courses locally, invite experts on ecotourism, culture, nature, biodiversity, geology to teach or send people to specialized training facilities.

Strengthen propaganda in all forms, especially on mass media, about the harmful effects of environmental pollution on Ha Long Bay, as well as the great and long-term benefits of environmental protection for local people and tourists.

Regularly hold training courses on environmental protection for business owners and ship owners, so that everyone is aware that investing in waste treatment and environmental protection is a natural investment and also an investment for development, an investment that brings long-term profits to businesses.

3.3.2. Solutions to preserve and exploit the biodiversity values of Ha Long Bay

Preserving the biodiversity value of Ha Long Bay plays an extremely important role and significance, and is vital to the survival of the Heritage. Not only that, it also affects the landscape, geological, geomorphological, and cultural values of Ha Long Bay.

- Build

g database

NESCO worker

3rd World Biodiversity Day

Study for Heritage.

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internal and external environmental monitoring network

Heritage area for evaluation

cast

variable.

- There is a multi-sectoral coordination mechanism, rights and obligations .

stakeholders in