Presentation
This report reviews the state of play of blue tourism in the Western Indian Ocean, including trends, challenges, and its current policy and governance landscape. It proposes policy opportunities and potential directions to foster a more enabling environment for the sustainability of the sector.
Citation
Citation: Kepher Gona, J., Baraka, P., Sciacca, A., Balestracci, G., Rambahiniarison, J., Atiano, L., (2024). Sustainable Blue Tourism in the Western Indian Ocean: Trends, Challenges and Policy Pathways. Blue Tourism Initiative.
Extract
A shift towards a more sustainable blue tourism in the Western Indian Ocean should pay attention to the following policy areas:
- Policy Pathway 1. Strengthening regional cooperation for sustainable blue tourism
- Policy Pathway 2. Driving Sustainable Economic Growth through Blue Tourism
- Policy Pathway 3. Advancing Social Equity Within and Through Blue Tourism
- Policy Pathway 4. Promoting and Safeguarding Environmental Sustainability in Blue Tourism
