2B impacts of travel and tourism (only)

Question 1

What are the 7 negative social impacts of tourism?

Answer 1

Disruption to everyday life
Loss of culture
Resentment towards visitors
Increased crime
Staged authenticity
Exploitation of locals
Loss of traditional lifestyles

Question 2

What are the 5 positive social impacts of tourism?

Answer 2

Improved quality of life
Access to facilities
Improved transport and infrastructure including healthcare
Improved cultural awareness

Question 3

What are the 4 negative impacts of tourism on the economy?

Answer 3

Low paid jobs
Seasonal unemployment with casual contracts
Leakage
Increased cost of living which locals can’t afford

Question 4

What are the 5 positive impacts of tourism on the economy?

Answer 4

Employment opportunities
Training and education improving skills so can get better job
Multiplier effect
Foreign currency earnings
Contribution to taxes and GDP

Question 5

What are the 9 negative environmental impacts of tourism?

Answer 5

Loss of habitats
Loss of wildlife
Threatened species
Increased pollution e.g. noise, air, water
Overcrowding
Traffic congestion
Reduced biodiversity
Environmental degradation
Erosion to footpaths, riverbanks, lakeshores

Question 6

What are the 6 positive environmental impacts of tourism?

Answer 6

Conservation including protection of wildlife, protected areas e.g. national parks
Environmental education
Creation of open spaces
Improved street furniture
Regeneration including urban renewal and the reuse of traditional buildings for new activities