Journal of NACAA

Expanding from Ecotourism to Agritourism: A Case Study of Constanza

ISSN 2158-9429

Volume 18, Issue 1 - June 2025

Editor: Linda Chalker-Scott

Abstract

Constanza, a municipality in the Dominican Republic’s Vega province, has the Caribbean’s highest elevation. The region boasts national parks, areas of environmental significance, cultural attractions, and a vibrant agricultural economy. The Ecotourism Cluster of Constanza recognized the region’s agritourism potential and seeks to expand it, increasing tourism numbers and engagement, and providing economic diversity for the agricultural sector. A vibrant tourism industry in Constanza will benefit all businesses in the region and help national and international guests understand the importance and value of Constanza’s agricultural contributions. Farmer-To-Farmer volunteer assignments explored options for expanding Constanza’s agritourism and is helping build capacity.

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