Tourism and Economic Development in Small Island Countries

Running head: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN TOURISM
Contemporary Issues in Tourism
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1CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN TOURISM
Introduction
The purpose of the following essay is to develop a proper understanding of how the small
island countries will be benefitted by the tourism. Tourism has been regarded as one of the
biggest prospects for the sustainable economic development (Hampton & Jeyacheya, 2013). The
attraction for the tourists will be the best way to gain the profits from the economic perspectives.
Tourism and economic development
The researchers have found that the islands are regarded as the most favorite destinations
for the millions of tourists all the year. The geographic location of the islands and cultural
heritage they possess will work as a favorable aspect for the tourists. These small island states
are attractive for their beautiful natural scenery as well (Cooper, 2012). The visitors from all over
the world like the natural essence of these small island states. One of the best examples for such
small island state is Vanuatu. Global conferences have always given attention to the importance
of tourism (Page & Hall, 2014). The main purpose of these tourism projects in the small island
states is the improvement of the economic attributes of these states (Hampton & Jeyacheya,
2013). The small island states are deprived of the facilities given to the mainland states in all the
countries. The maritime environment provided to the tourists will add to the beautiful
experiences for the tourists. The experts have said that the arrangement of the cruise journeys in
luxurious ships will be highly important for the economic benefits of the local natives of the
small island states (Page & Hall, 2014).
These countries are very highly dependent on the tourism for the sustainable economic
development and the constant growth of the GDP. Some of the problems and vulnerabilities that
persist in this matter are the limited economic resources, diversity of language and culture and