A profile of the social impact of tourism development in Turrialba, Costa Rica
This study evaluates economic and socio-cultural impacts associated with small-scale tourism development in Turrialba, Costa Rica. A brief description is given of the area, socio-economic characteristics, and tourism attractions underlying the adoption of tourism as a source of income and employment. The study investigates the relationship between tourism and community development, including several factors which shape the community perspective. The qualitative section of the thesis was based on interviews with: residents, tourist industry workers, and tourists. A quantitative survey of tourists focused on their opinions about the people and tourist attractions in the area. The findings indicate that the community's perception is very supportive of the tourism industry, even though the community does not consistently receive the economic rewards from the industry. The local objective of gaining economic benefit is not being achieved and may result in a future loss of residents' support toward tourism development in the area. Through examination of the locals' perceptions, this research presents them some policy and planning recommendations which would help to transform this industry a beneficial and sustainable one, not only in Turrialba, but in other Costa Rican communities as well.
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Raleigh, NC (EUA)
1996
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| Subjects: | TURISMO, ZONAS RURALES, ECOTURISMO, IMPACTO AMBIENTAL, DESARROLLO ECONOMICO Y SOCIAL, RENTA, PARTICIPACION DE LA COMUNIDAD, ENTORNO SOCIOECONOMICO, TURRIALBA, COSTA RICA, |
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| Summary: | This study evaluates economic and socio-cultural impacts associated with small-scale tourism development in Turrialba, Costa Rica. A brief description is given of the area, socio-economic characteristics, and tourism attractions underlying the adoption of tourism as a source of income and employment. The study investigates the relationship between tourism and community development, including several factors which shape the community perspective. The qualitative section of the thesis was based on interviews with: residents, tourist industry workers, and tourists. A quantitative survey of tourists focused on their opinions about the people and tourist attractions in the area. The findings indicate that the community's perception is very supportive of the tourism industry, even though the community does not consistently receive the economic rewards from the industry. The local objective of gaining economic benefit is not being achieved and may result in a future loss of residents' support toward tourism development in the area. Through examination of the locals' perceptions, this research presents them some policy and planning recommendations which would help to transform this industry a beneficial and sustainable one, not only in Turrialba, but in other Costa Rican communities as well. |
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