Antarctica - Pros + Cons

Question 1

Give a pro of tourism

Answer 1

• There are many guidelines in place, so the environmental impact may be minimised

Question 2

Give a con of tourism to do with the ecosystem

Answer 2

• The ecosystem is very fragile, and too many people will disrupt the delicate balance it has. It can take many years to recover, if all

Question 3

What is a con of tourism with large ships?

Answer 3

• If larger ships come, tourist numbers will increase

Question 4

Give a pro of tourism to do with the environment

Answer 4

• The awareness of the unique environment is increased as people are able to visit it

Question 5

What have tour operators brought in which is a pro of tourism?

Answer 5

• They have voluntary codes of conduct to minimize the impacts
• A example is including not going within five metres of wildlife