Journal of Tourism & Hospitality
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Department of Tourism Research, Estoril Higher Institute for Tourism and Hotel Studies, Estoril, Portugal

Publications

• Mini Review   
  From Sustainability to Regeneration: The Case of Principe Island's Tourism
  Author(s): Francisco Silva*
  
  Like many Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Sao Tome and Principe faces economic vulnerabilities and structural challenges. These issues are particularly acute on the island of Principe due to its small size and double insularity. With limited resources, distant markets and a small-scale economy, the island has sought to sustain itself through tourism. This study assesses the viability of the current tourism development model, based on international investments, focused on ecotourism and sustainability. It also explores the transition to a more community-centred model, where tourism acts as an agent of environmental and social regeneration. Through fieldwork and interviews with various stakeholders, the study analyses the conditions, interests and opportunities for implementing this transition. The findings reveal converging interests that, if followed, could ensure a virtuous cy.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2167-0269.25.14.582

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