A master thesis from Aalborg University
Understanding the Ban on Solo Travel for Foreign Tourists in Upper Mustang, Nepal
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Term
4. term
Education
Publication year
2024
Submitted on
2024-05-31
Pages
65 pages
Abstract
This study paper investigates the impact of the solo travel ban on tourist safety and the effectiveness of the mandatory guide system in Upper Mustang, Nepal. In order to save its historic and delicate nature, Upper Mustang has implemented stringent laws that forbid foreign tourists from traveling alone. This research utilizes Netnography as a methodological tool to examine the influence of social media on the way international visitors perceive and adhere to solo travel limitations in Upper Mustang, Nepal. The research seeks to comprehend how internet communication influences the way tourists see and act in response to the harsh laws in the area that forbid international visitors from traveling alone. We acquire and evaluate textual and visual material about travel experiences in Upper Mustang by systematically monitoring Discussion forums, travel blogs, and social media channels that are popular among tourists. The results of this Netnography research enhance our comprehension of how social media influences visitor experiences and destination management strategies in culturally important and ecologically fragile areas such as Upper Mustang. The findings obtained from this research have important implications for the development of destination management strategies, the creation of policies, and the implementation of community involvement activities. These efforts are focused on promoting responsible tourism practices in destinations that are culturally significant and ecologically sensitive. The main objective of this study is to provide information that can be used to develop interventions based on evidence. These interventions should aim to find a balance between conservation efforts and the development of genuine and immersive tourist experiences in Upper Mustang, Nepal.
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