Tourism development in the Solomon Islands

A study highlights the untapped potential of East Rennell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Solomon Islands, to drive sustainable tourism development, despite current challenges such as insufficient infrastructure, political conflicts, and environmental threats. The research identifies opportunities for heritage tourism linked to WWII history, dive tourism, and unique ecological and cultural resources, while critiquing the site's limited economic and cultural benefits for local communities. It also emphasizes the potential of Marovo Lagoon for eco-friendly tourism, contingent on stronger government support and greater awareness from environmentalists and NGOs. The study underscores the need for proactive measures to prevent further decline in the Solomon Islands' tourism sector, particularly amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Noor, F. A. M., Patovaki, J., & Stephenson, M. L. (2022). Tourism development in the Solomon Islands. Routledge Handbook on Tourism and Small Island States in the Pacific, 154–164. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429019968-12