Hur arbete med den marina besöksnäringen kan främja livsmiljön : Kartläggning av marina verksamheter som är en del av besöksnäringen i Vaxholms stad

Sammanfattning: There is a substantial amount of studies made about green areas, but not enough studies on the value of water areas. Water areas has untapped potential in urban and regional planning. This study examines how value, through cooperation between municipalities and the maritime tourism industry, can be achieved from a socio-ecological perspective of the living environment. This is achieved through an investigation of the maritime tourism industry in Vaxholms stad. A mapping survey, questionnaire and interviews is used to research the subject.   For many of the municipalities in Stockholm archipelago tourism is a major source for business. The same is true for Vaxholms stad. Vaxholms stad is unique in its undertaking of a Blåplan, which goes into detail on how water areas should be developed and protected. This study acts as a smaller continuation of the plan, with a focus on maritime practices connected to tourism. The study's purpose is to propose actions that further the living environment through cooperation between the municipality maritime tourism practices.   The results of the study are first and foremost that valuable cultural and natural habitats should be used and protected to achieve desirable attractiveness. This achieves both a sustainable natural habitat and a thriving maritime tourism industry. Another conclusion is that Vaxholms stad should produce an action plan for the municipality’s businesses. This is concluded through the results of the questionnaire. The municipality should also motivate the practices to make sustainable choices.