changing economic world: Jamaica Flashcards
what is the population of Jamaica?
2.7 million
what is jamaica’s economy mainly made up of?
mainly primary goods like minerals and agriculture (oil, sugar…)
what has attracted tourists to jamaica
sunny hot climate and rich cultural history, and good international air comms
how much of jamaica’s gdp was generated by tourism in 2014 and was is it expected to rise to?
24% -> 32% by 2024
what is the income of tourism in jamaica p.a?
US$2 billion p.a.
how many jobs have been provided from tourism in jamaica?
200k
where has tourism affected the most on infrastructure in jamaica?
the north coast (tourist heartland) as new port and cruise-liner facilities have been built at trelawney
what are the problems between the rich and the poor QoL in jamaica?
The richest people live in the northern tourist areas of Montego Bay, in high quality housing, but near them are large number of people living in poor housing and lack of access to fresh water
how has tourism affected the environment in jamaica?
- has caused harmful emissions
- water treatment plan has reduced pollution from hotels at Logwood
- expansion of eco tourism
