Rural Agrotourism Development Strategies in Less Favored Areas: The Case of Hacienda Guachinango de Trinidad

Agrotourism development at Hacienda Guachinango, Trinidad and the Valley de los Ingenios (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), presents a viable strategy for socioeconomic reactivation. The study identified that leveraging natural, historical, cultural, and social assets can enhance competitiveness and attractiveness in less-favored rural areas. Using spatial analysis, focus groups, descriptive statistics, and environmental assessments, researchers determined the most effective strategies for sustainable growth. This approach serves as a model for similar contexts in Cuba and Central America, offering a blueprint for integrating agriculture with tourism to revitalize local economies.

Pelegrín Entenza, N., Vázquez Pérez, A., & Pelegrín Naranjo, A. (2022). Rural Agrotourism Development Strategies in Less Favored Areas: The Case of Hacienda Guachinango de Trinidad. Agriculture, 12(7), 1047. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture12071047