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Challenges Faced by Community- Based Tourism and How They Can Be Overcome
“ Community Homestay Network ( CHN ) in Nepal has collaborated with partners like SmartPaani to reduce the use of single-use plastic in community-based homestays .”
Community Based Tourism ( CBT ) allows travelers to immerse themselves in local culture and form deeper connections with local communities during their travels . It makes for a viable and meaningful tourism model as it promotes livelihoods , cultural preservation , environmental protection and community development , while offering authentic and fulfilling experiences to both travelers and hosts . There is a growing demand for CBT experiences , particularly in the Global South where it aids economic development . However , it comes with its fair share of challenges that need to be overcome before CBT can spread its wings wider and become the norm . In this article , we explore some of these challenges and how CBT initiatives in Nepal and abroad are responding to them in innovative ways .
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