SCIENTIFIC-THEORETICAL RATIONALE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF INCLUSIVE TOURISM IN CHERKASY REGION

Purpose. Analyze the scientific and theoretical material that describes and characterizes the natural, recreational, historical and cultural resources of Cherkasy region regarding the possibilities of their use for the needs of inclusive tourists, taking into account their features. The technique. Analytical, comparative geographical and synthetic methods are used. Results. After analyzing the scientific publications related to the development of the tourism sector for inclusive tourists, especially for people with disabilities in the Cherkassy region, it was found that the scientific base has already certain achievements in describing natural, recreational, historical and cultural resources. services for groups of inclusive tourists. Scientific novelty. Analytical evaluation of scientific publications on the resource and tourism potential of the Cherkassy region allowed to predict the objective possibilities of the study area for the use of tourism resources for various groups of inclusive tourists, including people with disabilities. Practical significance. Publication materials can be used in the educational process in higher education institutions that train specialists for the Ukrainian tourism industry, practical activities of tour operators and agencies.