Impact of insecurity and corruption on tourism in Ecuador
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Tourism has established itself as a strategic sector for global economic development; however, it faces multiple challenges, with insecurity being one of the most significant. In Ecuador, increasing corruption and insecurity have had a negative impact, deteriorating the country's image as a tourist destination. This study is based on a case study approach, utilizing a variety of information sources and applying data collection and analysis techniques that demonstrate the interrelationship between corruption, insecurity, and the damage to Ecuador's tourism image. Comparison with other tourist destinations reveals that those that implement more transparent and secure management policies tend to attract a greater influx of visitors. Furthermore, critical factors affecting the current situation of tourism in Ecuador are identified. Within this framework, recommendations are proposed to address the tourism crisis, seeking to restore the country's competitiveness in the tourism market and create a safe environment that favors the development of the sector.
Keywords: tourism; Ecuador; insecurity; tourism crisis; trends.
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