Geomorphological basis of beach resort sites. Some Malaysian examples

Abstract

The erosion problem faced by many beach resorts can often be attributed to the omission or inadequate consideration of the coastal geomorphology of the resort sites. This paper evaluates, on a geomorphological basis, the existing and potential beach resort sites on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The evaluation of the aspects of the coastal environment relevant to the resort sites include the beach, backshore, nearshore zone, hinterland, vegetation, rivers and monsoons.