Impact Analysis of Marinas on Nautical Tourism in Andalusia

Marinas are the key infrastructures for satisfying complex and growing demand nautical tourism. The significant number of auxiliary industries derived from operation port itself integrated within sectors belonging to Blue Economy. aim this article is determine what marinas provide in Andalusia (Spain) how they affect development municipalities where located. methodology used relies on a panel experts who in-depth information about sector by means Pestel Swot diagnosis. results obtained underline importance tourism sector, which an international point reference but currently exposed series threats competition ports other Spanish regions (Levante, Catalonia, Balearic Islands, etc.), countries (Morocco, Croatia, etc.). In conclusion, well-consolidated form fundamental part economic area through