PUBLICATIONS, Research ReportsTrade-off Analysis: Tourism and Environmental Quality in Si Phan Don, Champasak Province, Lao PDR Posted on 4 January, 202114 January, 2021 by researchBy Kaysone Chansina, Bounthom Sisoumang, Chansamone Vongphaisit, Keuangkham Sisengnam Summary: This research analyzed the recreational value of Si Phan Don elicited from foreign visitors using TCM. It also assessed stakeholders’ perception of water quality and tourism in the study area and applied trade-off analysis in the case of tourism and environmental quality. A total of 271 foreign tourists from 34 countries, 90 local residents, and 60 local businesses were interviewed. Results of the travel cost study indicate that the recreational value of Si Phan Don is estimated between USD 4.1 million and USD 4.6 million, which means that tourism at the site would be profitable. Most local residents and businesses support tourism in their area as it can create job opportunities and increase their income. Research Report: Download Country: Lao PDR Publication Year: 2017 Research Areas: Coastal/marine Research Topic: Marine tourism & community management Analytical Framework: Benefit valuation, damage valuation Mangrove and Shrimp Farming Profitability in the Mekong River Delta, VietnamIntra-household Impacts of Climate Change Hazards and Autonomous Adaptation: Evidence from Bohol, Philippines
Summary: This research analyzed the recreational value of Si Phan Don elicited from foreign visitors using TCM. It also assessed stakeholders’ perception of water quality and tourism in the study area and applied trade-off analysis in the case of tourism and environmental quality. A total of 271 foreign tourists from 34 countries, 90 local residents, and 60 local businesses were interviewed. Results of the travel cost study indicate that the recreational value of Si Phan Don is estimated between USD 4.1 million and USD 4.6 million, which means that tourism at the site would be profitable. Most local residents and businesses support tourism in their area as it can create job opportunities and increase their income.