A Study on the Current and Future Impacts of the Political System on Kerala’s Tourism Sector

Abstract

Tourism is one of the predominant sectors of the economy of Kerala. Tourism in Kerala attracts millions of foreign and domestic visitors and garners revenue that totals to around 20,000 crores.Generating over a million employment opportunities and supporting the skilled and non-skilled labour equally, the tourism and hospitality industry is an inevitable part of the economy. Kerala is a preferred destination for its luxurious Ayurveda spas, backwater resorts, exquisite home stays, hill top bungalows and beach properties.