As it has been pointed out by Anselin (1998), the application of
spatial statistical techniques in conjunction with an operational GIS
environment enhances the power of GIS extending the frontiers of the
types of analytical studies that can be carried out in a realistic setting,
as those that are geared to support policy analysis or business decision
making. In addition, maps indicating different aspects of the spatial variation
of tourism could be used to guide policymakers in devising
targeted actions that closely match the contingencies of each destination
or to inform and facilitate tourism-related planning and policy
initiatives.