Tourism Satellite Account

A Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) is a specialized framework that measures the economic impact of tourism on a country. It systematically tracks how much money tourists spend on things like hotels, transportation, and attractions, and how this spending contributes to overall economic activity, employment, and income. Think of it as a detailed report card showing how important tourism is to a country’s economy. By providing consistent and comparable data, TSA helps policymakers and businesses understand tourism’s role and make informed decisions about supporting and developing the sector.