Foro Latinoamericano del turismo

Opinion space of the Latin American and Caribbean academy on tourism.

Foro Latinoamericano del turismo

Opinion space of the Latin American and Caribbean academy on tourism.

What is foroturismo.org?

The Latin American Tourism Forum, promoted by the Conpeht Foundation and the Pan American Confederation of Schools of Hospitality, Gastronomy and Tourism, is a platform for opinion and discussion among academics and researchers from Latin America and the Caribbean on tourism.

Its objective is to provide a specialized perspective on the characteristics, functioning, and impact of tourism on society, the economy, culture, and sustainability.

Starting with the fourth edition, a new “Analysis” section has been introduced to address current challenges and issues. In this edition, it is dedicated to the phenomenon of “Overtourism” and its global effects.

Editorial

For decades, tourism has been recognized as a force for progress, cultural exchange, and economic development. For many countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, it represents a growth engine, an opportunity for international integration, and a path toward productive diversification. However, over the past decade—especially following the post-pandemic recovery—this…

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For decades, tourism has been recognized as a force for progress, cultural exchange, and economic development. For many countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, it represents a growth engine, an opportunity for international integration, and a path toward productive diversification. However, over the past decade—especially following the post-pandemic recovery—this…

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Nicolas Garrido (Chile) Summary This article analyzes the tourism value chain in nine Latin American countries. For years, tourism policy in the region has been measured almost exclusively by figures such as international arrivals, hotel occupancy, and average visitor spending. However, this article reveals a more complex reality: tourism can…

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Sebastián Ansaldo 1. Summary The expansion of Airbnb has transformed urban accommodation, introducing competition for traditional hotels, especially smaller ones. Its collaborative economy model, based on digital platforms, raises the question of whether it complements or replaces conventional hotels. Empirical evidence generally shows adverse impacts on hotel revenues and occupancy…

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