Is tourism the number one industry in The Bahamas?

Category: Tourism

Answer:

Yes. Tourism accounts for over 40% of the country's GDP, employing approximately half of the work force, either directly or indirectly.

The year 2000 saw a record 4.2 million tourist arrivals, representing a 15% increase over the previous year. The $1.7 billion in revenue represented a 5.7% increase in tourist expenditures.