Responsible Tourist Behaviour Scale

What it measures

Measures tourist intentions to engage in responsible behaviours: environmental (minimising ecological impact), socio-cultural (respecting local customs and communities), and economic (supporting local businesses). Responsible tourist behaviour is increasingly important as negative consequences of mass tourism on destinations are widely recognised.

Representative items

• I try to minimise my use of water and energy while travelling.
• I dispose of waste responsibly when travelling.
• I respect the cultural customs and traditions of local people.
• I try to buy locally made products and crafts when travelling.
• I choose local restaurants and accommodation over international chains.

Citation

Lovelock, B. (2008). Ethical travel decisions: Travel agents and human rights. Annals of Tourism Research, 35(2), 338–358.