Ambassador Alain St.Ange has challenged the global tourism industry to look beyond visitor numbers and measure what tourism actually delivers for communities. Speaking in Alicante, the Seychelles Ambassador-at-Large addressed local ownership, cultural preservation, economic value and why tourism data must translate into credible decisions. Read his key message and speech. SOURCE: Alain St.Ange: Tourism Must Deliver Real Value to Communities BY: eTurboNews
He emphasizes that tourism should focus on delivering real value to communities beyond just visitor numbers.
Local ownership helps ensure that the economic benefits of tourism stay within the community and supports cultural preservation.
Tourism data must be translated into credible decisions that positively impact local communities.