Tourism is growing in many local economies. Short-term missions is part of this wave, as perceived by travel agents, hoteliers, transporters, health service providers, government bureaus, and vendors. Tourism ethics have been discussed in the secular literature for years. It behooves Christians to reflect on the ethics of tourism: How can we travel to the glory of God? What patterns will maximize shalom both for those who travel and for those who serve them? Economic, social, and spiritual costs and benefits are explored in the context of pilgrimage.
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