Un-Sustainable Tourism Practices
The striking natural beauty of many SIDS: beaches, coral reefs, tropical rain forests, mangroves, and the pleasant climate, has drawn tourists to these regions in droves. Tourism is currently a leading source of revenue for many SIDS. However, when not properly managed the industry can add significant pressure to land and water resources, and is significantly contributing to increased waste generation.
Many of the environmental problems caused as a result, calls for comprehensive destination management that is focused on sustainable tourism. This also calls for the active participation of hotels and resorts, local communities, municipalities, and the tourists themselves.