Title

Measuring and Explaining Competitiveness in the Context of Small Island Destinations

Authors

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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