Tourism’s Challenges in a VUCA World - with Susanne Becken

Talking tourism in a VUCA world requires us to have challenging conversations, and this conversation with Susanne Becken was certainly that. If we’re to create a different future together, that means talking about low-carbon travel, predatory delay, unsustainable bounce back and fast-growth models, the need for a clear cohesive national strategy, ongoing regional support, and innovative business models that are truly sustainable in the face of future challenges. 

We dive in to all these challenges and more in this honest and broad-ranging conversation with Susanne. Despite the monumental mindset shift needed, she also speaks to the hope she sees in collaborations, new and diverse voices, passionate people, and the power of tourism as a vehicle for change. 

 

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Show notes and links

• IPCC Sixth Assessment Report: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
  
• New Zealand Destination Management Planning Guidelines

 

This podcast is created by Debbie Clarke and Josie Major. Audio Production and music is by Clarrie Macklin. 

A huge thanks to UNESCO NZ for their support for this project.