Cruise Tourism Impacts in Costa Rica and Honduras: Policy Recommendations for Decision Makers

This study examines the terrestrial impacts – economic, social and environmental – of cruise tourism as they are viewed in Belize. It is based on field research, carried out in 2005 using academic protocols, involving over 600 surveys with cruise passengers and over 100 interviews with a range of stakeholders in Belize.

This report presents data on the economic, social and environmental impacts of cruise tourism in Belize, assessing the rapid expansion between 2000 and 2005 and comparing these findings with the stayover tourism sector.