The benefit of market segmentation lies in a tourist destination being able to specialize on the needs of a particular group and become the best in catering for this group. In doing so the destination gains a competitive advantage because (1) competition can be reduced from the global market to tourism destinations specializing on the same segment (e.g., all ecotourism destinations), (2) efforts can be focused on improving the product in a specific way rather than trying to provide all things to all people at high cost (e.g., a family destination is unlikely to need extensive nightlife options), (3) marketing efforts can be focused by developing the most effective message for the segment targeted (e.g., a sun and fun message for young tourists traveling with friends) and by communicating the message through the most effective communication channel for the segment (e.g., in national geographic or other nature magazines for ecotourists), and finally, (4) tourist experiencing a vacation at a destination that suits their special needs are likely to be more satisfied with their stay and, consequently, revisit and advertise the destination among like-minded friends. Or, as Smith stated in his seminal paper (1956, p. 5): “market segmentation tends to produce depth of market position in the segments that are effectively defined and penetrated. The [organization that] employs market segmentation strived to secure one or more wedge-shaped pieced [of the market cake].”