Abstract

SANCHEZ VALDES, Arlen; VARGAS MARTINEZ, Elva Esther  and  CASTILLO NECHAR, Marcelino. Dynamics and evolution of Ixtapan de la Sal as a recreational tourist destination. An analysis from the life cycle model of R. Butler. Revista Col. San Luis [online]. 2019, vol.9, n.19, pp.391-408.  Epub Nov 19, 2020. ISSN 2007-8846.  https://doi.org/10.21696/rcsl9192019958.

So as to identify the different phases through which the municipality of Ixtapa de la Sal (Mexico) has undergone, a qualitative analysis of the life cycle of this municipality was carried out, based on the life cycle model of R. Butler, through an extensive review of bibliographic sources, statistics and testimonies of informants. Although the study is extremely descriptive, it makes possible to understand the evolution of small tourist destinations, it evidences the conceptual limitations of Butler's model and establishes the bases for the accomplishment of other investigations with the use of this model. Thus, this article broadens the theoretical discussion about Butler's life cycle model and makes it clear that the context and dynamics of the destination itself influence its evolution.

Keywords : tourism; destination life cycle; sustainability; supply; demand.

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