September 17, 2025SustainabilityOpen Access

From Pre-Pandemic to Post-COVID-19: Tracking Shifts in Visitors’ Profiles in Santa Cruz, Galapagos

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Domestic tourism surged during the pandemic, with Ecuadorians becoming the main visitors in Santa Cruz.
Tourist behavior shifted, favoring shorter stays and land-based tourism, while international visitors focused on higher-spending cruise-based trips.
Survey-based data and cluster analysis revealed these notable changes in tourism dynamics following COVID-19.
These findings highlight the importance of adaptive management strategies aligning tourism with sustainability goals.

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Analysis reveals significant changes in tourist profiles and behaviors in Santa Cruz Island, suggesting a need for adaptive tourism strategies.

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Analysis reveals significant changes in tourist profiles and behaviors in Santa Cruz Island, suggesting a need for adaptive tourism strategies.