Tourism in Cape Verde: An Analysis from the Perspective of Demand

Tomás López-Guzmán, Osvaldo Borges, Mayte Hernández-Merino and José María Cerezo
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Tomás López-Guzmán: Faculty of Work Sciences, University of Cordoba, C/Adarve 30, 14071-Córdoba, Spain
Osvaldo Borges: Department of Economics and Business, Jean Piaget University, Caixa Posta 775, Praia, Cape Verde
Mayte Hernández-Merino: Cooperation Area, Campus de Rabanales, University of Córdoba, Córdoba, Spain
José María Cerezo: Faculty of Work Sciences, University of Cordoba, Córdoba, Spain

Tourism Economics, 2013, vol. 19, issue 3, 675-688

Abstract: In the last few years the economic model of the islands of Cape Verde has undergone a significant change. This paper analyses Cape Verde's economic transformation over the last decade, which is mainly attributable to tourism. For this analysis, the results of fieldwork carried out in the three islands in the archipelago are presented, in which foreign tourists' perceptions and opinions are examined. The results show the high level of tourist satisfaction, the need to reinforce links between the tourism sector and the local community and tourists' high evaluation of the beaches, restaurants and hospitality.

Keywords: SIDS; economic development; tourism demand; small island tourism; Africa; Cape Verde (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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DOI: 10.5367/te.2013.0224

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