County-level Tourism Impact Assessment: A Case Study in Beaufort County, South Carolina

South Carolina's coastal counties are experiencing tremendous changes in population and economic development as a result of growth in the tourist, recreation, and resort sectors. However, little is known about the overall impact of the tourism industry in detail at the county level. This study...

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Published in:Journal of travel research 1992-07, Vol.31 (1), p.57-65
Main Authors: Uysal, Muzaffer, Pomeroy, Robert S., Potts, Thomas D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Counties
Economic impact
Roles
Statistical analysis
Studies
Tourism
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Summary:South Carolina's coastal counties are experiencing tremendous changes in population and economic development as a result of growth in the tourist, recreation, and resort sectors. However, little is known about the overall impact of the tourism industry in detail at the county level. This study presents the results of the application of an economic impact model designed to provide insight into the benefits of various mixes of tourism products at a local level with special reference to Beaufort County, South Carolina.
ISSN:0047-2875
1552-6763
DOI:10.1177/004728759203100111