This paper reviews the development of tourism in rural areas. It defines rural tourism as a
discrete activity with distinct characteristics which may vary in intensity, and by area. It …

Craft or “boutique” breweries are increasing in numbers in the USA, and in other parts of the
developed world. Many are located in rural areas, and have become new rural tourism …

Recreational fishing is a popular activity in aquatic ecosystems around the globe using a
variety of gears including rod and line and to a lesser extent handlines, spears, bow and …

The idea of “food miles,” the distance that food has to be shipped, has entered into debates
in both popular and academic circles about local eating. An oft-cited figure claims that the …

This article defines business models for sustainability as contested and contextual, and
provides a novel framework in terms of the architecture of the business, its principles and …

Since the mid-1980s, over 2,300 microbreweries and brewpubs have sprouted and
flourished in the United States. We argue that this expansion is about more than just beer. It …

Neolocalism can be defined as a conscious effort by businesses to foster a sense of place
based on attributes of their community. Substantial research exists defining neolocalism and …

Recent work from climate scientists and reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on
Climate Change suggest the need for innovative thinking in tourism to address the climate …

The role of tourism in rural areas is pivotal for the integration and valorization of territorial
resources and it is strengthened by the capacity to promote local community participation in …

The current study considers microbrewery taproom customers' perceptions of neolocalism
and the influence that these perceptions have on relationship quality (ie, satisfaction and …