Tourism Contribution in the BVI Economy

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What is the role of the tourism sector in expanding economic opportunity?

Affecting livelihood strategies of local households (correct)

Implementing sustainable practices

Promoting conservation of natural environments

Creating awareness of environmental significance

How does tourism benefit women in the informal sector?

Enhancing infrastructure development

Leading to environmental conservation efforts

Providing employment and promoting their products (correct)

Reducing the impact of natural disasters

What aspect of the economy can tourism influence?

Educational system improvements

Industrial pollution control

Political stability

Growth patterns (correct)

How can the tourism sector assist in natural disaster response in communities?

By developing early warning systems Signup and view all the answers

What impact does tourism have on gender barriers?

Enhancing women's economic positions Signup and view all the answers

What role does tourism play in the British Virgin Islands?

It contributes significantly to economic development and sustainability Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the economy does tourism impact according to the text?

It stimulates economic development and investment Signup and view all the answers

How much did Tourism contribute to the total GDP of the British Virgin Islands in 2013?

30.35% Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the social/cultural benefits of tourism mentioned in the text?

Increased employment and income Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to improve the tourism experience in the British Virgin Islands according to the text?

Sustain a close working relationship with partners Signup and view all the answers

How should the team of Tourism professionals work according to the text?

Be proactive, effective, and efficient Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board?

To develop and promote the British Virgin Islands tourism product Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the first Tourist Board Office opened in the British Virgin Islands?

1972 Signup and view all the answers

What was the position of the first staff member hired by the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board?

Executive Secretary to the Board Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided information, what indicator shows the positive future of the British Virgin Islands in tourism?

The growth in tourism figures Signup and view all the answers

What is the vision of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board?

To establish the British Virgin Islands as a leading tourism destination Signup and view all the answers

What are the economic goals of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board?

To increase tourism revenue and the number of repeat visitors Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tourism Development Goals

Develop and expand the number and quality of product offerings to provide a superior destination experience for visitors
Solve the issue of the seasonality of the tourism cycle
Adopt and promote a more sustainable approach to tourism development
Build and sustain a close working relationship between the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and the business trade, product partners, and media
Increase public awareness of the importance of tourism to the British Virgin Islands economy
Work as a proactive, effective, and efficient team of Tourism professionals investing and focusing on action that brings the most return on investment, in the most sustainable way

Importance of Tourism to the BVI Economy

Tourism contributes significantly to the economy of the British Virgin Islands, accounting for 30.35% of the total GDP in 2013
In 2013, tourism contributed US$277,896,000 to the GDP of US$915,601,000
Tourism provides value to a destination in various ways, including economic, social, and cultural benefits

Economic Benefits of Tourism

Increased and diversified economic activity
Flow on economic benefits through a community
Stimulus for economic development and investment

Enhanced quality of life
Community development, employment, and income
Conservation of cultural heritage
Increased amenities and community pride

The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board

Established under Act, Chapter 280, Ordinance 1969
Established as a Statutory Body to develop and promote the British Virgin Islands tourism product and market the British Virgin Islands
First Tourist Board Office was opened on Main Street in 1972
Mr. Richard Bathan was hired as the first staff member and his position was Executive Secretary to the Board

Vision and Mission of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board

Vision: To establish the British Virgin Islands as the premier tourism destination in the region with sustainable use of its natural resources and unique qualities and characteristics
Mission: To lead the Tourism sector for the British Virgin Islands with purpose, pride, and excellence; ensuring sustainability of our product and high-quality visitor experience

Goals of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board

Increase the economic contribution to the Islands by attracting a more discerning and higher spending visitor, and increasing the number of visitors, especially repeat visitors
Promote environmental awareness and conservation of natural and built environments, and implement sustainable practices

The Role of the Tourism Sector in Expanding Economic Opportunity

Tourism development can affect the livelihood strategies of local households, the business climate for small enterprise development, patterns of growth of the local or national economy, and the infrastructure or natural resource base of the destination
Tourism tends to employ a relatively high proportion of women and help them to purchase products, such as foods and crafts, produced by women in the informal sector
Tourism can enhance women's economic positions and help overcome gender barriers
In certain locations, the tourism sector has a key role to play in planning for and responding to natural disasters, which often have particularly serious effects on poor communities

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Learn about the contribution of tourism to the economy of the British Virgin Islands as well as the role and establishment of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board. Explore the development and promotion of the BVI tourism product.