This is the first volume to be published that describes and explains the expanding, complex global
phenomenon 'amenity migration' and its profound effects on the natural environment and culture in
mountain regions. The book describes and analyses the challenges and opportunities of amenity
migration and its management, and offers related recommendations.
The book covers the subject through case studies at international, regional and local levels, along with
overarching themes such as environmental sustainability and equity, mountain recreation users,
housing, and spiritual motivation. Critical issues addressed include biophysical and cultural impacts, in-migration motivated by economic
gain and the relationship of amenity migration to tourism. The introduction and concluding chapters bring all
the information together and summarise in a manner of theoretical and practical value for both
academics and practitioners.
Students, researchers and practitioners in rural, urban, environment, planning and tourism studies.