Research on Visitors Attitudes and Behaviours Regarding Ecotourism on Igneada Deep Spot in a Sea Forest Natural Park
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Igneada is located within the boundaries ofDemirkoy in Kirklareli Province and on the skirts of Strandja Mountains. With its potential of ecotourism, it receives influx of visitors, especially during the summer months. The purpose of this study is to determine the profile of visitors of Igneada and its surroundings and to provideviews and attitudes on the existing potential in the region for ecotourism. In this context, a total of 192 questionnaire was applied to the visitors of Igneada and its surroundings. In the questionnaire, the questions such as visitors' demographic characteristics, in general, their thoughts about ecotourism, the problems faced during eco-tourism activities in and around Igneada or negative issues were asked to the visitors. Conclusions have been reached by analyzing the responses received from visitors and suggestions have been made in this direction.
