Analysis of the Integration and Development of the Tea-tourism Industry based on Entropy Weight Method and Coupling Coordination Degree Model

Abstract

Taking 18 major tea-producing provinces in China as examples, based on the cross-section data of 2019, entropy weight method and coupling coordination degree model were used to study the integrated development level of tea-tourism industry. The results showed that the comprehensive development level of tea industry and tourism industry was different in 18 provinces. There are significant differences in coupling coordination level, including 9 levels, among which Guizhou, Yunnan and Sichuan have good coupling coordination development level. Different tea areas have significant spatial differentiation, and the southwest tea producing areas have the best integrated development effect. It is suggested that all provinces should adapt to local conditions, choose appropriate ways and approaches according to the level and current situation of integration and coordination of tea-tourism, and further promote the integrated development of tea-tourism.