Development of Strategic Plan for Development of Recreational-Sport Tourism in Qeshm Free Zone

Abstract Today, importance of sports and physical activities, due to the social, cultural and economic numerous impact issues that affect the community are, is not a secret. In recent years, sport tourism has been remarkably developed, which requires special attention. Thus, the purpose of this study was to Drafting a development strategy of sport tourism in Qeshm based on SWOT analysis. The descriptive survey methodology would be applied based upon the case study. The Statistical population includes experts in the field of sports tourism. The Convenience method was used for sampling. To collect the data, library resources, literature and background review, interviews and questionnaires was used. SWOT analysis to investigating the internal (strength & weakness) and external (opportunity & threats) factors use to analyze strategic position. The Final score of evaluate internal factors (2.53) and external factors (3.11) matrices locate Qeshm city in SO strategies. Thus, it is recommended to focus on aggressive development strategy.