Marinas as poles for sustainable local tourist development : The case of Greece
Part of : Αρχείον οικονομικής ιστορίας ; Vol.XVIII, No.2, 2006, pages 109-128
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109-128
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In this study we investigate the development of marine tourism and especially yacht ports (marinas) within the natural, social and cultural environment. We try to deal with the above matter within the frame of sustainable development where the natural, the social as well as the cultural environment are considered as an entity. In this way each procedure leading to development becomes part of the local area and adjusts to its needs, potential and particular growth prospects. Marine tourism constitutes an alternative source of wealth for a country and that differentiates the product of the tourist industry. It concerns a wide range of activities including cruises and yachts. The aim of this paper is to examine the parameters and conditions that would enforce the development of the marinas, with a special interest for the natural and the cultural environment of each area. Specifically, we examine the port’s direct connection with the local social environment, its limits, its potential as well as its prospects for sustainable development.
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Sustainable Development, local area, marinas, Greece
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JEL classification: Q01, L83
