Abstract
Unlike many other Caribbean countries tourism in Grenada has remained on a relatively small scale over the passed ten years or so, with Grenadians controlling and owning the majority of the industry. However, recently Grenada has seen the introduction of a number of different foreign investors, and the development of the tourism industry has been increasing, thus changing the way in which power is distributed in the industry. Data for this thesis were collected using a qualitative method consisting of interviews and participant observation with Grenadians who work in the industry. The main findings of this study demonstrate that development of the tourism industry correlates with an increased international presence on the local level and that, as the industry becomes more connected to global institutions, decision-making power on the local level decreases. As a result, it is likely that international rather than local concerns will direct the industry.