Ecotourism in Latin America - Growth opportunities for development and sustainability

Author: Melanie Perez

Date published: 22 Sep 2008

According to Euromonitor International, ecotourism's potential is still largely unexplored, especially in developing markets where tourism is an important source of revenue. Ecotourism can help support indigenous populations in these communities, leading to possible integration of these groups into a broader consumer base. According to Euromonitor International, ecotourism's potential is still largely unexplored, especially in developing markets where tourism is an important source of revenue. Ecotourism can help support indigenous populations in these communities, leading to possible integration of these groups into a broader consumer base.

In this next edition of Globalcast, Euromonitor International's research analyst Sean Kreidler discusses the opportunities for further development and growth in Latin America through ecotourism, looking closely at Costa Rica, Guatemala and Peru.

Learn about:

The evolving ecotourism trend in these markets

Challenges and opportunities for distribution

Capitalizing on natural landmarks and the visitors to these areas

Finding a balance between growth and sustainability

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