1994•Journal of Sustainable TourismRequires access

What is rural tourism?

Bernard Lane

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This paper reviews the development of tourism in rural areas. It defines rural tourism as a discrete activity with distinct characteristics which may vary in intensity, and by area. It discusses the differences between agri‐tourism and rural tourism, and examines why there should be a special relationship between tourism in the countryside and the concept of sustainable tourism.

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Key concepts: Rural tourism, Tourism, Tourism geography, Rural area, Sustainable tourism, Ecotourism, Business, Economic geography