Tourism in the developing world : promoting peace and reducing poverty / Martha Honey and Raymond Gilpin.

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

Honey, Martha

Contributor:

Gilpin, Raymond

United States Institute of Peace

Series:

Special report (United States Institute of Peace) ; 233.

Special report ; 233

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tourism--Developing countries.

Tourism.

Tourism--Political aspects--Developing countries.

Tourism--Social aspects--Developing countries.

Tourism--Case studies.

Tourism--Political aspects.

Tourism--Social aspects.

Developing countries.

Genre:

Case studies.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (11 pages)

Place of Publication:

Washington, D.C. : U.S. Institute of Peace, 2009.

Summary:

"Although often underestimated, the tourism industry can help promote peace and stability in developing countries by providing jobs, generating income, diversifying the economy, protecting the environment, and promoting cross-cultural awareness. Tourism is the fourth largest industry in the global economy. However, key challenges must be addressed if peace-enhancing benefits from this industry are to be realized. These include investments in infrastructure and human capacity, the development of comprehensive national strategies, the adoption of robust regulatory frameworks, mechanisms to maximize in-country foreign currency earnings, and efforts to reduce crime and corruption. The case studies of India, Kenya, and Nigeria reveal several important points. First, relative peace and a degree of economic development are preconditions for a successful tourist industry. Second, although it has the capacity to help promote peace and prosperity, tourism can also cause a great deal of harm unless it is carefully developed. Third, to deliver optimal benefits, tourism must be respectful of the environment and mindful of cultural and social traditions. Fourth, tourism must be supported by a coherent national strategy and robust laws. For tourism to help deliver prosperity and stabilize communities effectively, specific action must be taken by three main constituencies: host communities, host governments, and foreign stakeholders. Host communities should work to leverage their competitive advantage, improve service delivery, and protect their environment and culture. Host governments should establish supportive strategies, introduce and implement necessary regulations, remove bottlenecks, and adopt internationally recognized tourism standards. Foreign stakeholders could prioritize tourism as a viable economic force, direct investment to this sector, and facilitate knowledge and technological transfers."

Contents:

Ecotourism

About the case studies

Addressing the challenges

Conclusions

Policy recommendations.

Notes:

Title from title screen (viewed December 28, 2009).

"October 2009."

Includes bibliographical references.

Electronic reproduction. [Place of publication not identified] : HathiTrust Digital Library, 2011.

Other Format:

Honey, Martha. Tourism in the developing world

OCLC:

495313339

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