Original scientific paper
https://doi.org/10.2478/bsrj-2021-0011
Cultural Tourism and Community Engagement: Insight from Montenegro
Ilija Moric
; University of Montenegro
Sanja Pekovic
; University of Montenegro
Jovana Janinovic
; University of Montenegro
Đurđica Perovic
; University of Montenegro, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management
Michaela Griesbeck
; University of Vienna
Abstract
Background: Cultural tourism in Montenegro is growing, mostly due to the integral growth and development of tourism products. However, an in-depth insight into the relationship between cultural tourism and community engagement is missing. Objectives: The paper aims to examine the relationship between cultural tourism development and community engagement in Montenegro. Methods/Approach: Using the extensive literature, available secondary data, and an analysis of relevant policies, the paper explores new possibilities for diversifying tourism offer at heritage sites, by engaging volunteers, enhancing understanding of the socio-historical background, promoting the usage of digital tools, partnering with relevant stakeholders, introducing innovative funding tools and schemes. Results: Several management issues associated with heritage tourism and community participation are acknowledged. Conclusions: Key findings indicate the need for a systemic, dynamic, and innovative framework for sustainable and highly impactful heritage tourism in Montenegro, which policymakers, heritage ventures, and other stakeholders might use to strengthen community engagement and development at the heritage sites.
Keywords
cultural tourism; heritage; community engagement; Montenegro
Hrčak ID:
258039
URI
Publication date:
28.5.2021.
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