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Periodical article Periodical article
Title:Tourism and Socio-Economic Development in Developing Countries: A case study of Mombasa resort in Kenya
Authors:Akama, J.S.
Kieti, D.
Year:2007
Periodical:Journal of Sustainable Tourism
Volume:15
Issue:6
Pages:735-748
Geographic term:Kenya
Discipline:Geography
Subjects:Mombasa
Tourism
Development - socioeconomic
Abstract:This paper looks at issues surrounding sustainable tourism as a tool for local socio-economic development in Kenya, using the case study of Mombasa Resort Town. Illustrated by primary data from field interviews and surveys in Mombasa, backed by secondary data, it finds that due to the nature of the Kenyan tourism industry (external control and management of tourism establishments, limited local involvement and high leakage rates), the industry has not played an effective role in local socio-economic development. Ways forward are suggested. (Source: Author Abstract).
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