ABSTRACT
Voluntourism in recent years has been an ever-growing topic of interest for both academics and practitioners. The different interpretations and evolutions of this niche tourism market have led to conflicting judgments, both positive and negative. This chapter argues that, given the relational nature of this type of business, it helps volunteers and hosting communities to fulfill their potential, creating a space for a better understanding of both parties. Therefore, the aim of this chapter is to provide a new interpretative framework for voluntourism in light of the theory of the relational good and under the umbrella of humanistic management.
