Tourism management in Vietnam: Hoian, a case study

Abstract

This thesis will examine the important role that tourism management plays in the preservation of cultural monuments in the face of growing cultural tourism. Although Hoian is 'exposed' to the world (i.e. listed by UNESCO) for only a few years, it has already implemented policies to balance the influx of tourists against the needs to preserve its cultural heritage. This would suggest the presence of good tourism management practices is vital to achieving success in addressing the sometimes-conflicting needs of tourism and preservation. In addition, it would also suggest that the attitudes of the local people and government play an important role in making this possible.