Desenvolvimento turístico endógeno e suas contribuições para os lugares por meio de análise de estudos de casos

Abstract

Tourism has two distinct sides: it can either promote inclusion or lead to exclusion in specific places or regions. The impact that tourism activities will have in these areas depends on the tourism development model adopted for the locality. This study addresses the contributions of endogenous tourism development to localities, including: the enhancement of local characteristics, the promotion of participation and leadership among local social actors, the strengthening of the local economy, and others. To understand these contributions, scientific studies were analyzed that presented cities that have implemented endogenous tourism development models. The overall objective of this research was to discuss the contributions of endogenous tourism development to cities, based on experiences described in secondary studies. In addition, the study sought to discuss the theoretical definitions of the main concepts related to endogenous tourism development; analyze the challenges and obstacles to

2 endogenous and sustainable processes in tourist destinations; and reflect on the advances achieved through the implementation of endogenous models in locally-based tourism development. The methodological procedures employed were bibliographic research with a qualitative focus. The analyzed results show the importance of local actors in endogenous tourism development processes and the existence of management spaces that allow for social participation in decision-making processes. Another recognized aspect was that values such as trust, social capital, solidarity, and commitment commonly underpin successful endogenous development processes in tourist destinations.