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Editor's Note
Welcome to the inaugural issue of Himalayan Tourism!
As we launch this first volume, we are thrilled to introduce a publication dedicated to exploring the vibrant world of tourism and hospitality in the Himalayan region. The Himalayas, spanning different countries with their breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique biodiversity, offer unparalleled potential for thoughtful tourism development. This issue’s theme, Destination Management, highlights the critical need for sustainable practices that balance the growth of tourism with preserving the region's natural and cultural treasures. In this debut edition, we present a collection of insightful articles addressing key aspects of destination management, including branding and marketing strategies, fostering community participation, and exploring lesser-known destinations to ease over-tourism. Highlights include lessons from Bhutan’s tourism policies, field insights from destinations on how cultural elements shape destinations, and innovative approaches to balancing quantity and quality in tourism. With engaging photo stories and a thought-provoking book review, this issue offers a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and opportunities in Himalayan tourism. As we embark on this journey, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of Himalayan tourism. Together, let us celebrate the beauty, diversity, and potential of the Himalayas.
Editor-in-Chief:
Prof. R. K. Dhodi
Director, CMTHS, HNBGU
Dean, School of Management
Chairperson, University Placement & Counseling Cell
DESTINATION BRANDING AND MARKETING FOR MOUNTAIN TOURISM: A CASE FOR THE HIMALAYAS
Raksha
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 06-07.
ADDRESSING THE PRINCIPAL- AGENT PROBLEM TO FOSTER COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
Kuldeep Verma
Dr. Aditi Rawat
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 08-09.
UNCHARTED HIMALAYAS: DISCOVERING HIDDEN DESTINATIONS TO EASE OVER- TOURISM
Vipan Kumar
Dr. Ashish Nag
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 10-11.
DEVELOPING BAT-WATCHING TOURISM IN THE HIMALAYAN REGION
Devendra Singh
Junaid KC
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 12-13.
DESTINATION BRANDING AND MARKETING: THE HIDDEN GEM OF HARSHIL VILLAGE, UTTARAKHAND
Nishant Jain
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 14-15.
DIVERSIFIED CHARACTERISTICS OF TOURISM PRODUCT
Dr. Renu Malra
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 16-17.
BALANCING QUANTITY AND QUALITY: LESSONS FROM BHUTAN'S TOURISM POLICY
Prajosh Velliyote
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 18-19.
INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES AND TOURISM DESTINATIONS IN KASHMIR
Basit Manzoor
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 20.
TECHNOLOGY IN DESTINATION MANAGEMENT: THE CASE OF GREECE
Sandeep Kohli
Saradindu Mitra
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 21-22
TOURISM AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT IN HARSHIL VILLAGE
Nishant Jain
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 23.
TOURISM IN THE INDIAN HIMALAYAN REGION: DIVERSE ACTIVITIES AND DESTINATIONS
Ayushi Khanduri
Anamika
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 24-25.
CHAR DHAM DIARIES: SACRED PEAKS, SURGING CROWDS, AND THE QUEST FOR BALANCE (2020- 2024)
Anupya Gupta
Vijay Prakash Prajapati
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 26-28.
UNSUNG HEROES: THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PILGRIMAGE
Ms. Jyoti
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 29.
SCENIC BEAUTY BUILDING TOURISM DESTINATIONS IN THE GARHWAL REGION
Ank Ajit Tripathi
Himalayan Tourism. Vol. 1 (01), December 2024, pp. 30.
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