Chapter 20 - Tertiary Economic Activity Flashcards
Tertiary economic activity
Involves the selling of goods from primary and secondary industries and the selling of services and skills to both the general population and business
Why are there more people in employed in tertiary economic activities in developed countries than there are in developing countries?
This is because most jobs in the tertiary sector require people to have an education and few people in the developing world have an education
What are the four main regions the tourists visit?
- Areas of natural beauty
- Beaches and coastline
- Recreational and sporting facilities
- Cities
Tourists
People who travel or move from one place to another for different reasons such as holidays or to visit family and friends
Why has there been a growth in tourism in recent years?
- Law – people get paid holidays s
- Stressful jobs – people need time to relax
- Improvements in transport and air travel
- Cost of air travel has come down
- Package holidays make it easier to book
- Internet – people can research and book
- Euro – same currency as in EU
Name three roles of Fáilte Ireland
Promotes Irish holidays to domestic and overseas market, provide grants and loans to tourism businesses and inspects, grades and certifies accommodation
How many tourists visited Ireland in 2011 and how much money did they spend?
In 2011 6.5 million tourists visited Ireland and spend more than €3.5 billion
How many tourists visited Spain in 2011?
56.7 million
What are the popular areas for tourism in Spain?
►Malaga
►Balearic Islands
►Mediterranean coast
►Canary Islands
How many visitors did Malaga have in 2011?
7.8 million
What kind of climate does the Meseta Central have?
Continental climate with hot, dry summers and cold winters. Rain generally falls in spring and autumn
What kind of climate does the Mediterranean coast of Spain have?
Climate is moderate with hot,dry summers and mild, rainy winters
What kind of climate do the Canary Islands have?
Very warm. Coastal areas are fairly mild but interior can become very hot during day with coldnights
What kind of climate do the Balearic Islands have?
Maritime climate with cool, wet winters and warm dry summers
What are the attractions of Spain?
○Home to stunning natural beauty e.g. Pyranees
○Has some of best art galleries in the world
○Known for its architecture
○Good weather
○Large selection of accommodation
○Easily accessible
What are the benefits of tourism to Spain?
○Employment
○Services and infrastructure developed
○Better transport and communication links
►Road network - new motorways and ringroads
►E15
►LAV
►Airports
What is the E15?
Spanish, toll-free motorway, passes coastal resorts
What is the LAV?
Spanish high-speed train, links major cities
What are the negative effects of tourism to Spain?
- High-rise apartments are an eyesore
- Employment often seasonal
- Value of land increases
- Loss of traditional identity
- Pollution
Where is Majorca
It is part of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea
What was Majorca like before the increase of tourism?
- Isolated, remote and poor island
- Farming was main economic activity
How has an increase of tourism on Majorca changed the lives of the people living there?
~Now one of wealthiest areas in Spain
~Farming sector destroyed
~Locals affected by increase in land prices and shortage of land
~Employment seasonal
How has an increase of tourism on Majorca effected the environment there?
X Beaches damaged
X Traffic congestion on roads
X Increase in pollution
X Supply of water can sometimes not meet the demand
What have Majorcan Authorities done to address some of the problems caused by mass tourism?
- Old hotels demolished
- Off season holidays promoted to relieve pressure during busy summer months
- Transport system upgraded
What are the positive impacts of tourism?
> Money for economy
Provides employment
Can reduce migration out of an area
What are the negative impacts of tourism?
>High-rise apartments are an eyesore >Crime >Seasonal employment >Land value increases >Pollution
What are the motorways if France called?
Autoroutes
Is it more difficult to reach the north or south of France?
It is more difficult to reach the south
What is the Massif Central?
A raised region in south-central France, made up of mountains and plateaus
What is Eurostar?
The Eurostar is a rail link between England and France that runs through the Channel Tunnel.
When did the Channel Tunnel open?
1994
How many airports serve Paris?
There are two large commercial airports called Roissy-Charles de Gaulle and Orly
There are also two smaller ones for private jets and discount flights
What does TGV stand for?
Train à grande vitesse
High-speed train
When was TGV launched?
1981
