National strategy for the development of ecotourism in Romania - context, vision and objectives - 2016-2020.

The document primarily addresses strategic approach to developing ecotourism within its natural and cultural heritage framework, emphasizing sustainable tourism management aligned with international conventions and national legislation.
It underscores the importance of natural protected areas, biodiversity conservation, and the promotion of eco-tourism as a means of economic and social development, with explicit references to legal principles such as biodiversity protection, environmental sustainability, and the regulation of tourism activities.
Key measures include the establishment of criteria for ecotourism destination designation based on European and international standards, development of management plans, visitor regulation, and stakeholder cooperation. The Strategy advocates for institutional strengthening, legal compliance, environmental protection, and the promotion of local culture and traditions. It emphasizes the creation of destination management units, development of eco-tourism infrastructure, educational programs, and responsible marketing to ensure sustainable practices and stakeholder engagement, with specific timelines and institutional responsibilities outlined.
Implementation mechanisms involve the development of management and visitation plans, legal and procedural compliance checks, stakeholder participation, and monitoring systems. The Strategy also highlights the importance of institutional collaboration, stakeholder involvement, and enforcement of regulations, including the roles of public authorities, protected area administrations, private sector, NGOs, and local communities, with explicit references to institutional responsibilities, certification standards, and procedural guidelines for sustainable ecotourism development.