The major source of economy of Cox's Bazar district is tourism. Millions of foreign and Bangladeshi natives visit this coastal city every year. A number of hotels, guest houses, and motels have been built in the city and coastal region and the hospitality industry is a major employer in the area. A number of peoples are also involved in the fishing and collecting seafoods and sea products for their livelihood. Oysters, snails, searls and jewelry made from them are very popular to tourists in the seaside and city stores. A number of peoples are also involved in the transportation business for tourists. Many people of this district are farmers.
In 2002, a surfing club was initiated at Cox's Bazar by a local Bangladeshi. It has now extended to hold an annual competition including locals and foreign tourists. This is the first surfing initiative in Bangladesh's history.
Cox’s Bazar is also known by the name Panowa the literal translation of which means yellow flower". Its other old name was Palongkee.
Oneuli Beach is one of the beaches in Hawaii where you probably won’t ever see large crowds of people. However, while on the beach, you will always have a great time while you are there. The water is perfect and the land so great that you can even camp at this beach. If you are just planning on staying for a few hours, you can go swimming, hiking, fishing, and boating. If you’re a natural-type of person, you would love hiking on the Lower Trail as well as the Maluaka. You can also try snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking. The sand here gets extremely hot when the sun is out. Don’t forget your shoes!
