Introduction
Although low-lying coastlines are vulnerable to the effects of rising sea levels, its aesthetical value as a tourist destination encompasses several business opportunities. One of the most profitable industries nowadays is tourism. It is a $1.3 Trillion industry, which includes businesses established in favorite tourism spots such as the low-lying coastlines (ibisworld.com). The low-lying coastline is a suitable location for tourism business given that the world’s fastest growing and high profitable business is all about sand, sun, and sea (crestconference.org).
Discussion
The Low-lying coastline is the best location to create resorts and hotel amenities, which is also considered as a fast growing industry (McMillian). Coastal areas are usually suited for fishing industries due to the diversity and quantity of existing marine life in the coastal system (kzntopbusiness.co.za). However, the fishing business is just one area of venture possibilities for a low-lying coastline area. The aesthetic factor of coastlines includes fine sand that varies from white to light brown to black, pristine waters, and the refreshing and relaxing atmosphere that beaches usually offer. Converting a low-lying coastline into a first class resort starts with cultivation of the existing marine fauna and flora. The preparation of the coastline for conversion begins with survey of the area for possible amenities that can be integrated into the planned resort. This also includes identifying whether the location has existing residential population and seeks for consent to build structure. The second concern that needs to be addressed in creating a resort in the coastline is accessibility of the area from outside tourists. Preservation of the existing natural beauty is also a critical concern when building a business in the coastal location.
It is important that construction efforts will not disrupt the natural environment and ecosystem in the area (Ahmed). In addition, ensuring that waste and management of the resorts is well handled to divert waste away from the sea should not also compromise the conditions of the seawater surrounding the coastline. Another important consideration in building a resort business in the low-lying coastline is the assurance that the locals are being given equal opportunity. This includes hiring the locals to work in the proposed resort. The downside of tourism business is the displacement of the existing population in the coastline, which is one of the challenges that putting a business in the area is possible to encounter (tourismconcern.org.uk). Another possibility is to allow the locals to engage in business by encouraging them to sell local delicacies, souvenir items and or at least provide capital to start their boating business that will transport the tourists or to do a tour of the nearby islands if any. One of the advantages of putting up a business such as a tourist resort in the low-lying area is that future growth can be shared also to the locals while utilizing the aesthetical value of the coastal area (Schroeder). There are other similar coastal businesses that also shares and enhances the coastal tourism experience through mutual cooperation while upholding care of the coastal area’s natural environment.
Conclusion
Developing a low-lying coastline into a profitable business encompasses several considerations that ensure the preservation of the natural environment of the coastline despite the developments that are planned to take place. Coastal areas particularly the low-lying coastlines offers the best location to create tourism oriented business where the locals and the investors can work together for a mutually beneficial and profitable cooperation.
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