What is the definition of tourist?
According to Section 6-4-5 (a)(4), travel and tourism mean the action and activities of people taking trips outside their home communities for any purpose, except daily commuting to and from work. Because there is no clear definition of home community, the Tourism Expenditure Review Committee has adopted a guideline set by other travel industry entities, which states that a tourist is generally one that comes from 50 miles outside of their homes. However, the Committee looks at every event on a case-by-case basis. The Committee considers any project or event that increases visitors to the region and boosts the economy.
