Material basis of the colony – The colonial economy was built on the production of agricultural commodities, primarily sugarcane, as well as the extraction of raw materials, primarily gold. In addition, tobacco and coffee were farmed by the United States after they annexed the island in 1898, and were both highly profitable. Extensive land was cleared …
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The Economy of the Osa Peninsula
Tourism – The tourism industry is a major part of the Osa Peninsula economy. As discussed in class, the product of tourism is not physical, but rather an experience. Golfo Dulce, Corcovado National Park, and other nature reserves draw visitors from around the world. However, as cited by National Geographic, with 2.5 percent of the …