Masters Theses
Date of Award
5-1997
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Major
Planning
Major Professor
George Bowen
Abstract
In this study the economic impact of tourism in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is analyzed. This type of study has never been done for this location. Several methods are used in measuring separate components of the total economic impact. The fiscal impact, retail sales impact, employment impact, and wealth impact each show positive effects of the tourism industry on the two towns. It is found, based on these measures, that tourism has had a positive impact on Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
Recommended Citation
Moore, Heather, "The economic impact of tourism in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1997.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/10066