Why is this the Best Practice?

Conservation allows the island to retain its natural beauty and qualities, which seem to slip away once mass tourism and commerce is introduced to a Caribbean island. Preservation and conservation allows the destination to use its natural resources as a tool to attract tourists. Using nature conservation allows Saba to attract tourists that are interested in eco-tourism. By using it's natural resources, Saba is differentiating themselves from other islands because “a destination’s physiography and climate make up the one parameter of core attractiveness ” (Ritchie and Crouch, 2011, p. 331). Without its natural resources and small island charm, Saba has nothing to offer that differentiates themselves from other Caribbean islands. Therefore, it is important to preserve the island and allow its natural resources to shine and display the history and culture of Saba. “For many destinations, these natural phenomena represent the lifeblood of their tourism industries, and any decline in their value will have an adverse effect on the destination” (Ritchie and Crouch, 2011, p. 327-328). Therefore it is important for Saba to continue their conservation efforts because it is the lifeblood of this destination. It is also a way to preserve the island for generations to come. Future generations will be able to observe the diverse wildlife and flora this quaint island has to offer.