Extreme area (Antarctica)

Question 1

What attracts tourists to Antarctica?

Answer 1

Icebergs
Glacial landscapes
Penguins (animals)
Danger
Scenery
Remote

Question 2

What are positive impacts of tourism in Antarctica?

Answer 2

Could get tourists to help
May increase pressure to protect
Raises money for conservation
Educates tourists
Scientific research

Question 3

What are negative impacts of tourism in Antarctica?

Answer 3

Pollution
Penguins worried by boats and planes
Waste
Damage to flora and fauna
Damages extremely fragile environment
Habitats destroyed

Question 4

What could happen in the future of Antarctica?

Answer 4

Could ban tourism
Tourism could destroy the environment
Number of tourists could double in 10 years

Question 5

What are protection measures already in place?

Answer 5

Ecotourism
International Association of Antarctica Tour operations (IAATO)
Experienced tour guides
Rules (e.g. do not leave litter or waste)
Educating tourists