Case Study: Tourism in Dubai

Question 1

Facts and Figures

Answer 1

• Located on the southern shore of Arabian Gulf
• Sub-tropical, arid climate.
• Max temp in Jan = 30, July = 40

Question 2

Tourism effects

Answer 2

• Accounts for more tha 30% of Dubai’s GDP
• Hotels and apartments recorded 6.5 million guests in 2006
• Generating revenies of more than US$ 3 billion

Question 3

Human Attractions

Answer 3

• Wild Wadi Waterpark (5 hectares with many rides and slides)
• Ski Dubai (can contain 1500 guests)
• Dubai skyline: Burj Khalifa (830m)
• Atlantis Hotel (man made island)

Question 4

Physical Attractions

Answer 4

• Dubai Creek (water taxi and view the old trading port and the dhows from the water.)
• Dubai Desert Safari (thrilling drive in sand dunes, dinner and live belly dance in a desert camp)

Question 5

Advantages

Answer 5

• Attracts foreign investment
• Tourist companies and local pay taxes to the government
• Create jobs

Question 6

Disadvantages

Answer 6

• Increased congestion on roads
• Air and noise pollution from increased amount of flights and tourist resorts
• Crime