Akademik Məlumat İdarəetmə Sistemi
International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planning, vol.19, no.10, pp.3927-3933, 2024 (Scopus)
This study aims to explore the integration of sustainable development principles into the management of urban tourism. The research seeks to identify and analyze the socio-economic, geographical, and environmental factors that influence the development of urban tourism, and to propose strategic planning approaches that enhance sustainability in these rapidly growing megapolises. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative and quantitative techniques. The research involved a comprehensive review of existing literature on urban tourism and sustainable development, followed by an expert survey conducted among key stakeholders in the tourism industry of Kazakhstan. The survey results were analyzed using statistical methods, including the Kendall concordance coefficient, to assess the consistency of expert opinions. The findings reveal that sustainable urban tourism in Kazakhstan's major cities can be optimized by tailoring tourism development strategies to the unique characteristics of each city. The analysis highlighted the need for targeted infrastructure development and strategic planning to balance tourism growth with environmental sustainability. By aligning tourism development with sustainable urban planning principles, cities like Astana and Almaty can enhance their appeal as tourist destinations while contributing to broader goals of environmental sustainability and economic resilience. This research provides a novel contribution by integrating sustainable development principles into urban tourism management in the context of developing countries, with specific insights into the distinctive urban environments of Kazakhstan. The study's focus on the unique socioeconomic and environmental factors of Astana and Almaty offers valuable strategies for policymakers and urban planners aiming to promote sustainable tourism in similar developing urban contexts.