Seenprachawong, Udomsak2007-11-132002-11-132007-11-132001-060-88936-965-8http://hdl.handle.net/10625/32594The focus of this study is the valuation of coral reefs and how this information can be used to improve planning for coral reef management in Thailand. Phi Phi Islands is rich in reef systems and envisioned as an eco-tourism destination by government planners. The analysis indicates that both local and national levels of government can justify larger annual budget allocations for managing coastal resources. The Economy and Environment Program for SE Asia (EEPSEA) supports research and training in environmental and resource economics to enhance local capacity for analysis of environmental problems and policies.1 digital file (42 p. : ill.)application/pdfenRECREATION AREASCORAL REEFENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENTISLANDSENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICSCOASTAL RESOURCESCOASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENTECOTOURISMTOURISMMARINE ECOSYSTEMSNATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENTTHAILANDFAR EAST ASIAIDRC Book