CURRENT TRENDS IN MANAGING MOUNTAIN TOURISM DESTINATIONS

SMARANDA SIMONI

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The purpose of this paper is to highlight the importance and necessity of organizing tourism activities within a proper framework, since tourism is one of the key drivers in developing mountain regions. Managing tourist destinations is a matter of prime importance, as the tourist destinations are in constant competition in assuring qualitative travel experience. To compete effectively, tourist destinations have to offer tourists great experiences and excellent comfort. The tourist’s opinion tourist of a destination is influenced by a wide range of public and private services, interaction with local people and their hospitality, environment quality. Therefore, the management of mountain tourism destinations appeals to these stakeholders working towards a common goal - ensuring the present and future viability and integrity of the respective destination.

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tourism management; mountain tourism; tourism destination

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