Buffeted by Hurricanes; Flattened by Debt
December 12, 2017 – Justin Moorhead
The federal government is requiring we descend the proverbial rabbit hole and go further into debt to defray the cost associated with hurricanes Irma and Maria recovery. Government leadership should have rejected this offer. To do so would have required unity of purpose. It would not have been an easy decision and clearly not politically…
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Highlighting Identity and Building Cultural Tourism
December 12, 2017 – Christopher Visentin
Culture and heritage is a cornerstone of every community, and when that community’s economy relies on tourism, its local culture can be a valuable resource. The city of New Orleans, ten years after the destruction of Hurricane Katrina, has experienced both a revival and transformation, fueled in large part by the city’s distinctive heritage and…
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There is No Free Lunch
December 12, 2017 – Justin Moorhead
The decision to accept disaster recovery funding from FEMA in the form of senior lien pari passu debt is the tip of the iceberg of problems to come. Over the past weeks and months we willingly deluded ourselves that the federal government will see the Territory through to full recovery, regardless of our ability to…
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Inspiring Community Engagement to Ensure a Sustainable Local Tourism Product
December 12, 2017 – Christopher Visentin
In an earlier article, I explored the various types of sustainable tourism, and the potential benefits destination communities stand to gain from ecotourism and cultural tourism over the more common mass tourism product. Sustainable tourism prioritizes community well being and heightens community involvement in its delivery. Vital to its success, however, is an engaged local…
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Seeking Assistance Is Acknowledging Strength Not Weakness
December 11, 2017 – Justin Moorhead
Over the past weeks we have benefited from an outpouring of support from diverse sources. All have responded knowing that what separates us is simply the timing of when assistance is required. Crises spur innovation and caring. The need is indisputable. Material resources improve survival and the quality of lives. Those with a willingness to…
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