The findings presented in this paper are a basis
for policy-makers and researchers to actively consider the importance
of lifestyle and social dimensions of marine tourism enterprises
as a major factor in coastal destination resilience. Finally, the
commonalities and differences in the factors associated with enterprise
resilience in different contexts reinforces the importance of
the refined understanding and management of marine tourism
enterprises in different settings. The nuanced management and
support of marine tourism enterprises will be essential for this
sector to continue to play an important role in the non-extractive
use of marine biodiversity to provide economic benefits to coastal
societies.