Economic Impact of Tourism Development on Kerala Economy with Special Reference to Service Providers in Selected North Kerala Destinations

Abstract

Tourism sector of a nation and its economic development are closely related and interdependent. In this era of globalization, economic diversification and technological advancement have resulted in a congenial situation for tourism growth especially in developing nations like India. The present study focuses on evaluating the economic impacts of tourism development on service providers in the light of challenges faced by them in selected destinations in North Kerala. The study indicates that infrastructural facilities and development and presence of foreign tourists have positively influenced on service providers. The study suggests that adequate infrastructural facilities should be established and skilled and trained human resources should be appointed in various tourism destinations in North Kerala in order to achieve optimum tourism development and which leads to optimum economic development.