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The article delves into the development of a comprehensive concept for the sustainable development of regions characterized by intensive environmental management. This concept is rooted in the interplay of several key factors, including the environmental component, social attractiveness, and infrastructural accessibility. By meticulously analyzing these factors and juxtaposing them with the geographical distribution of recreational facilities, the authors propose the innovative concept of a recreational and functional zone. This concept aims to harmonize environmental, economic, and social considerations to foster sustainable development. In this study, particular attention is given to three districts within the steppe zone of the Aktobe region, which are notable for their high levels of economic development and intensive environmental management practices. The analysis encompasses a thorough examination of the ecological, economic, and sociological dimensions of these areas. The authors explore the intricate dynamics between these components to understand the challenges and opportunities they present for sustainable regional development. Building on this analysis, the article offers specific recommendations and strategies designed to optimize environmental management practices. These recommendations are not only aimed at mitigating potential environmental impacts but also at enhancing the development of recreational areas as a pivotal element of the region's sustainable development strategy. The authors argue that such an approach is crucial for ensuring the long-term viability and resilience of the region, balancing economic growth with the preservation of its natural and social environments.

This article analyzes the development of ecotourism in the Ulytau Nature Park using innovative Geographi c information systems technologies. The main purpose of the study is to create a favorable and innovative environment for the development of the tourist experience, including the search and discovery of historical sites, the development of optimal routes and infrastructure improvements. The use of GIS maps in ecological tourism contributes to the development of optimal routes, improvement of tourist infrastructure and provision of informative services. The analysis of the study makes it possible to identify recommendations for public and private organizations in the field of using GIS technologies for the sustainable development of ecotourism. The created GIS map provides information about the park's territory, the location of objects and routes, which contributes to a more informative and oriented tourist experience. The experience of working with GIS technologies enhances the ability of tourists to navigate, discover and obtain information about historical sites and attractions in ecotourism and help enrich the tourist experience.

The article is devoted to the study of the tourism potential of Mindoro Island in the Philippines. The total area of Mindoro Island, which is in the Luzon islands group, is 10571.8 km2 and the total population of the island is 1,4 million. Mindoro, the seventh largest island in the Philippines, is a mountainous and rugged island. The Mindoro Island, situated in the triangle formed by Luzon, Palawan and Panay islands, is one of the most visited and most popular tourism centers of the Philippines. In this study, the geographical location, natural and human geographical features of the island of Mindoro, as well as the tourist attractions and tourism advantages are briefly discussed. The main purpose of the study is to acquaint a wide range of readers with tourism resources, tourism potential, natural and cultural tourist attractions of Mindoro Island and offer new options for recreation for curious tourists. The paper provides a multivariate analysis of tourism on the island by discussing the tourism advantages and disadvantages of Mindoro Island. As a result of the study, the authors have prepared a useful tourist guide for foreign tourists who will visit the island. It was revealed that Mindoro Island is not as big as Luzon, it is not as crowded as Mindanao, it does not have as many luxurious tourist spots as Boracay, and it cannot be said that it is a famou s tourist destination like Palawan Island. However, this tropical island attracts thousands of holidaymakers from all over the world every year due to its unique natural beauty and breathtaking tourist attractions. Mindoro Island can offer an alternati ve travel option, an exciting travel itinerary and an interesting travel destination for every curious tourist 365 days a year.

The Marinduque Island, which is a part of the Marinduque province, is a small but densely populated island within the Luzon Islands Group. The island surrounded by the water of the Sibuan Sea, the island has an area of 959 square kilometers and a population of 245 000 people. Flat plains, low coasts, low slope plains, mangrove forests and hilly lands constitute the most important natural elements of the Marinduque Island. There are many bays, beaches, atoll, cliffs, capes, coral and mangrove forests on the coast of the island. In this study, the geographical location of the Marinduque Island and its general geographical features have been explicated, and the main tourism elements of the island have been briefly discussed. We have tried to examine the main physical and human characteristics of the island by identifying its tourism potential. Furthermore, the main accommodation facilities, beaches and hotels located on the east and west coasts of the island have been identified. The main purpose of this study is to introduce the tourism potential and natural beauties of this Philippine island, which is not well-known among the foreign tourists and to offer new holiday options for the inquisitive tourists.

The development of tourism at the level of the Bihor tourist destination and the growing demand for new forms and alternatives to spend free time led to the identification of new possibilities for diversifying the tourist offer. In this context, the present study aims at the prospecting and analysis of tourism resources and infrastructure in order to capitalize on them through tourism. The opportunity for this approach is also given by the proximity of the Municipality of Oradea, as well as by the need of the residents of this city to escape at the weekend in an area totally different from the city.

In this study, the geographical location and geographical features of the Republic of Kazakhstan were summarized and discussed, and the main advantages and disadvantages of Kazakhstan in terms of tourism were explicated. In the article, the geographical and ecological characteristics of the Burabay National Park, the number of tourists, the purpose and tasks of the establishment of the park and the historical development of the park were also deliberated. In this study, the tourism resources and accommodation potential of the national park, on the one hand, the most visited tourist attractions in and around the park area on the other hand were investigated. In the conclusion part of the article, the main problems observed in the Burabay National Park and its surroundings and what needed to be done to solve them were discussed. The most important aim of the research was to introduce the tourism potential and ecological richness of the Burabay National Parks to the readers.

This article presents an analysis of the level of tourism development across the Russian Federation. The study explores Russian regions by considering the key characteristics of tourism: the number of accommodation facilities, international visitors staying in accommodation facilities, the number of people employed in tourism and hospitality, and the value added created by these sectors of economy. An aggregate index is used to assess levels of tourism and recreation development and compare administrative units on this measure. An original methodology is employed to track shifts in Russian tourism, identify regions specialising in tourism, and forecast tourism development at a regional level.

As one of the important World Heritage Site – the Archaeological Heritage of Lenggong Valley, Malaysia, cultural tourism should be promoted along with heritage tourism by developing a number of linked sites as a heritage trail. For helping the development of such, this study evaluates the applicability of the market appeal—robusticity matrix on heritage tourism development, by assessing the potential for tourism in Lenggong Valley. Methods used were based on literature research, site observation and questionnaire survey. The detailed explanation on selected sites represent high and low levels of grading in terms of market appeal and robusticity, and hence suggesting different asset conservation and management options. The findings indicate the matrix is effective to evaluate the assessment of the heritage tourism potential because it instantaneously determines the importance of two major considerations for both tourism industry and heritage management—the attractiveness of the assets and its ability to cope with tourists. This assessment is essential to protect culture heritage assets through suitable legislation and framework for better informed planning decisions in the future. The distinctive features of the sites, their extent and, for the future, their conservation, will facilitate an improved appreciation of cultural heritage assets as part of the community.

Tourism represents a viable alternative for the development of rural mountainous communities, because it can act as an integrating force, capable of revitalising other economic sectors through its multiplicative effect and help improve the populations’ quality of life. The Eftimie Murgu commune benefits from generous and variate nature tourism potential and most important from a cultural heritage site: the Rudăria Watermill Complex which is the most significant complex of watermills in south-eastern Europe and is included in the UNESCO heritage list. This study aims to analyse the potential of the commune and the degree in which it is being valued. The objectives of the study included: evaluating the tourism potential with the help of analysis trees; analysing the community members and tourists’ perceptions about the degree in which the potential of the area is being capitalised, and proposing recommendations on the better capitalisation of the local tourism potential. The research methodology consisted in: field observations, analysis trees, social surveys (semi-structured interview), and GIS mapping. The results emphasised an insufficient capitalisation of the local tourism potential proven by a weak accommodation offer and deficient access network in the area, a reduced promotion of local ethnic-folkloric traditions and brands, specific activities (like festivals) or crafts. The authors concluded that local authorities must be convinced tourism is a viable and valuable activity that can economically revitalise the area and generate additional income for the local population.

The aim of the research is to address the issues of tourism development in Zhezkazgan city. The mono-specialization (mining and processing) of this city, located in the central part of Kazakhstan, the non-diversification of the economy, the underdevelopment of new fields of service, including tourism, emphasizes the relevance of the research. The systematic approach to the study of urban environments has identified the factors of tourism development in Zhezkazgan. That is, mono-specialization of the city's economy and its dependence on city-forming enterprises, the bad condition of the environment are described as the factors that constrain the development of tourism; advanced transport infrastructure, spatial advantage, sufficient tourism potential in the city and suburban areas make up a group of factors that contribute to the development of the tourism. By analyzing the current state of the city, positive and negative factors for development of tourism were identified, analyzed and evaluated.

Ulmeni locality, that became town less than a decade ago, still shows, to a high degree, the general aspects of a rural locality, where agriculture is the main economic component. As capital city of the administrative-territorial division with the same name, Ulmeni town directs the activities of the entire territory. Possessing natural resources marked by the presence of Somes River and the existence of well-wooded areas, as well as anthropogenic resources embodied in values of the national heritage: museums, monuments, religious structures, folk activities, there is the possibility of providing the impulse of local development by means of tourism activities and the awareness of the need to revitalize the entire community.