Table 13 Evaluation criteria for the tourism-oriented rural area of Jiangxin Island.
From: An integrated framework for evaluating landscape performance in tourism-oriented rural areas
Evaluation level | Score | Description of the evaluation level |
|---|---|---|
Very poor | 0 ≤ Score < 1 | The study area exhibits severe environmental, economic, social, and aesthetic issues, making it unsustainable. There is a high risk of failure, and immediate corrective actions are necessary. |
Poor | 1 ≤ Score < 2 | The study area has noticeable weaknesses in environmental protection, economic contribution, social benefits, and landscape aesthetics. Visitor dissatisfaction may potentially reduce tourism appeal, indicating that targeted improvements are needed. |
Average | 2 ≤ Score < 3 | The study area performs moderately across various aspects, with potential for improvement in ecological conservation and visitor satisfaction. It contributes to local economic and social development, but specific weaknesses still need to be addressed. |
Good | 3 ≤ Score < 4 | The study area performs well in environmental, economic, social, and aesthetic dimensions. Ecological protection is effective, and tourism positively contributes to the local economy. Visitors express satisfaction, and the landscape quality is commendable. Efforts should focus on maintaining and further enhancing these strengths. |
Excellent | 4 ≤ Score ≤ 5 | The study area excels in all aspects, demonstrating sustainable development and high visitor satisfaction. Tourism is thriving, supported by well-developed infrastructure. This standard should be maintained, and further efforts should be made to position the project as a flagship attraction within Zhenjiang’s tourism sector. |
