RT Journal Article
T1 A dynamic sustainable tourism evaluation using multiple benchmarks
T2 Una evaluación dinámica del turismo sostenible utilizando multiples benchmarks
A1 Blancas Peral, Francisco Javier
A1 Lozano-Oyola, Macarena
A1 González Lozano, Mercedes
A1 Caballero Fernández, Rafael
K1 Composite indicator
K1 Sustainable tourism
K1 Goal programming
K1 Cluster analysis
K1 Andalusia
K1 Acceso solo a metadatos
AB How to assess sustainable tourism is a critical issue. Many static sustainability measures have been proposed in the literature, however new dynamic methods are needed to grade the course towards the target of sustainable tourism. In this context, this paper presents a vectorial composite indicator, called Differential Dynamic Index (DDI), that is defined via two components: one dynamic, to graduate the evolution of the destination regarding its sustainability; and the other static, to relativise its position with respect to other territories, evaluating the status achieved in the social, economic and environmental parameters which affect the degree of sustainability. In order to improve other dynamic evaluationsproposed, the DDI incorporates differentiated aspiration levels according to each destination's typology, identified via cluster analysis. This methodological modification guarantees an evaluation that is not biased by the differences existing between the destinations considered in each assessment, and facilitates the definition of more realistic and operational benchmarking practices, improving the existing static composite indicators proposed in the literature. Furthermore, we present a graphic tool called the Sustainable Tourism Evaluation Diagram to make the use of the information of the composite indicator easier. We also illustrate the potentials of the tools proposed via a case study of the coastal destinationsof Andalusia (Spain).
PB Elseiver
YR 2018
FD 2018-02
LK https://hdl.handle.net/10433/19693
UL https://hdl.handle.net/10433/19693
LA en
NO Blancas, F. J., Lozano-Oyola, M., González, M., & Caballero, R. (2018). A dynamic sustainable tourism evaluation using multiple benchmarks. Journal of cleaner production, 174, 1190-1203.
NO This work was supported by grant from the Andalusian Autonomous Regional Government [SEJ-6728] and partially funded by grants from the Andalusian Autonomous Regional Government [SEJ-332 and SEJ-417] and the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness [ECO2016-76567 and ECO2015-68856-P].
NO Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Departamento de Economía, Métodos Cuantitativos e Historia Económica
DS RIO
RD May 9, 2026