| Abstract: | Abstract This paper discusses tourism in Singapore, and Dubai, both relatively small and wealthy territories which have achieved considerable success in attracting international visitors. Tourism resources and policies are compared to reveal similarities and differences in their attractions bases and infrastructures. There is also evidence of a common commitment to growth and a willingness to intervene and invest on the part of governments. Application of the life cycle model, however, suggests that they are at contrasting stages in the development process. Singapore is attempting to avert stagnation while Dubai is growing at a fairly rapid pace. These positions pose particular challenges and the future evolution of the states as tourist destinations is uncertain, despite official efforts to shape it. |
