The influence of social capital and tourism on post-disaster recovery: A review of global evidence

Key Points

• Post-disaster recovery can be significantly influenced by social capital and tourism initiatives, enabling community resilience.
• Key evidence suggests that regions with strong social networks recover faster, enhancing overall recovery metrics.
• This review analyzes global evidence, focusing on various case studies to illustrate the impact of social capital and tourism.
• Findings support integrating social capital and tourism strategies to bolster recovery efforts after disasters.