The IDB works closely with governments and other stakeholders in Latin America and the Caribbean to help them get the highest development return from tourism.

The Bank finances measures that improve tourism development, marketing and promotion at a destination level through integrated management structures. For example, the IDB helps create destination management organizations to help coordinate actions.

The IDB supports the strengthening of tourism statistics systems, regulations and standards, as well as information systems and marketing efforts by member countries both at the local, regional and international levels.