Assessing the impact of sustainable tourism practices on Petra and Wadi Rum

Sustainable tourism practices significantly impact environmental outcomes and stakeholder perceptions at Jordan's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Petra and Wadi Rum, but have negligible effects on economic growth or cultural heritage protection. The study, involving 214 participants through questionnaires, interviews, and document reviews, highlights the need for more inclusive, culturally responsive, and community-based tourism strategies to foster equitable development. Enhanced cross-sector cooperation and policy implementation are emphasized as key advocacy goals for sustainable tourism in Jordan.

Alotaibi, E. K., Alafi, K. K., Shkeer, A. S., Ismaeel, B., Ali, A., & Khanfar, I. A. (2026). Assessing the impact of sustainable tourism practices on Petra and Wadi Rum. Heritage and Sustainable Development, 8(1), 499–512. https://doi.org/10.37868/hsd.v8i1.1685