Measuring and Explaining Competitiveness in the Context of Small Island Destinations

    Authors

    R. Croes

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    J. Travel Res.

    Keywords

    tourism management; competitiveness; small size; tourism index; panel; regression analysis; Caribbean; ECONOMIC-DEVELOPMENT; TOURISM DEVELOPMENT; CAUSALITY; DEMAND; GROWTH; Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism

    Abstract

    This study measures and explains competitiveness among small island destinations. Current measures of competitiveness do not respond to the special needs of small island destinations. An alternative measurement suggests a more suitable Tourism Competitiveness Index (TCI), and through the application of panel regression analysis, tracks the most important factors affecting competitiveness among island destinations. The findings imply likelihood that more expensive destinations obtain a larger share of regional tourism revenues. The study concludes that providing a high-quality product may allow destinations to become and remain competitive.

    Journal Title

    Journal of Travel Research

    Volume

    50

    Issue/Number

    4

    Publication Date

    1-1-2011

    Document Type

    Article

    Language

    English

    First Page

    431

    Last Page

    442

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000291381900008

    ISSN

    0047-2875

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