THE IMPACT OF TOURISM SUPPORT SERVICES TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF CALABAR CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to examine the contribution of tourism industry in relation to the socio-economic development of Calabar, cross river state, Nigeria based on income generation for host community, employment creation, infrastructural development, and foreign exchange earnings. The research was conducted using 200 questionnaires administered to purposely sampled respondents from the study area. The reliability estimate of the questionnaire was established through the test retest method. Results showed that the tourism industry is a significant driver of income generation in the host community, employment Creation, and infrastructural development in Calabar, cross river state, Nigeria. Thus, tourism support services in the state should be seen as a necessary tool for socio-economic growth. Therefore, the government should encourage public-private sector partnership, especially in the hospitality industry and other cultural entertainments to further maximize the benefits of tourism. And to further boost income generation, individuals and government should explore and undertake sustainable investment in tourism.
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