Abstract: Tourism is one of the main incomes of Thailand that directly contributes to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Tourism affects not only on economic sector but also on the environment and society. Sustainable tourism (ST) has become more important in conserving and maintaining natural resources for the next generation. The ST requires efficient uses of natural resources, particularly water resource. The objective of this research is to study water resource efficiency towards sustainable tourism at Patong Municipality, Kathu district of Phuket. Water shortage has taken place in Patong municipality for decades. A set of semi-structure questionnaires was used to in-depth interview respondents selected by using a purposive sampling method. The total respondents were 44 composing of 4 groups including hotel business, local community, governmental organization, and tourism-related association. Data obtained were analyzed using descriptive and content analysis methods. The study found

• Publication Date: 15-Sep-2019
• DOI: 10.15224/978-1-63248-179-5-10
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Abstract: The Earths temperature has increased in recent decades leading to changing of climate. The adverse effects of climate change on natural systems have also become evident since the mid of the twentieth century. Water resources are mainly affected by climate change, particularly in the central part of Myanmar that faced with water shortage. The objective of the research is to study climate change adaptation on water resource management at the Pakokku Township, Magway Region, Myanmar. The four villages, namely Shin Ma Kan, Pan Tine Chone, Paung Laung Kan and Kyee were selected as the study areas because of their strong drought and water shortage in the dry season for decades. The 61 respondents were selected by using a purposive sampling method. An in-depth interview using a set of semi-structured questionnaires was conducted to obtain relevant data. Data obtained were analyzed using descriptive and content analysis. The study found that 98% of the respondents knew about changing of climat

• Publication Date: 15-Sep-2019
• DOI: 10.15224/978-1-63248-179-5-11
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