Hoi An town is home to thousands of people who rely on the built and natural resources of the town for their livelihoods and whose quality of life is affected by the continuation or disruption of their cultural traditions and practices.
While tourism has brought benefits in terms of increased employment and higher incomes, tourism has also had negative impacts on the cultural and natural resources of the town. Unless tourism management can be improved, the economic success generated by tourism will not be sustainable in the long term.
Managing the future of the tourism industry in Hoi An requires specific strategies and activities by the local and provincial authorities and should consider active public consultation and stakeholder cooperation.
If they work together, the people of Hoi An can manage tourism to ensure that the resources of their town are not depleted and that they will enjoy sustainable livelihoods and good quality of life for generations to come.