issue evaluation- tourism Flashcards
explain the multiplier effect
- more jobs in tourist industry
- workers spend income locally
- increased government taxes
- improvements to infrastructure
- more tourists
which regions receive the most/least amount of tourists
most- Europe- historical attractions, safe, direct flights
least- middle east- conflict, danger, lack of direct flights
how much does tourism account for in LICs/NEEs
20% of total income
why has tourism increased since 1950
transport- more planes, more airports, direct flights
online booking- easy to book, quick, simple
social media- promotes attractions, holiday spots
how many ocean going cruise ships will be built by 2025
50
how can tourist development improve facilities for locals
multiplier effect- more improvements of infrastructure
visitors expect high quality facilities- money spent on ensuring good quality e.g wireless internet
how much wastewater do cruise ships in the caribbean produce every year
70,000 tonnes
advantages of cruise tourism in the caribbean
job creation- multiplier effect, improved quality of life
marine tourism- generates 200million jobs
tourism boosts local shops
ecotourism- encourages conservation
$130billion made by global cruise industry
disadvantages of cruise tourism in the caribbean
70,000 tonnes of wastewater per year- water pollution- destruction of habitats
only 50 jobs made for every $100,000 invested into tourist industry
overcrowding
only 20% revenue
seasonal income- hurricane season= tourist decline
footpath erosion, littering
what is the issue with the current cargo port
visitors walk through container storage yards- unattractive, push factor
how do passengers currently get to shore
in small boats:
-long wait times- push factor
-less time spent on island so less revenue
-risk of accidents, someone gets hit
what will happen to cruise traffic without the new port and why
cruise traffic will fall by 50%
other companies will go to other islands with better access- tourist decline
what is the reason for needing a new port in the cayman islands
to enable larger ships to visit the island- allows more tourists and development
how many locals rely on tourism for employment
5000
arguments for the new port
job creation- jobs for unskilled workers as builders
regeneration of George Town- poor region, social/ economic opportunities
George town:
-restored buildings
-cafes/ restaurants- recreation for locals
-improved access for cyclists- reduces congestion
issues with hurricane season
seasonal- hurricane season- cruise numbers fall, less tourist revenue, less income, less development
seasonal- workers are laid off- no income- can’t support families
economic opportunities
job creation- multiplier effect
increased tourism revenue
cruise tourism created 4000 jobs in 2018
increased trade for local businesses
regeneration of George town- attracts investors
social opportunities
regeneration of george town
- recreation, entertainment
job creation- multiplier effect- money into infrastructure/ services- improved quality of living for locals
economic challenges
dredging- loss of income from water sports
hurricane season- tourism numbers fall- seasonal income
loss of income for small boat operators- less taxes- demultiplier effect
environmental challenges
increased pedestrian/ traffic congestion
more cars= air pollution
dredging- loss of coral reefs and wildlife habitats- turtle extinction
social challenges
pedestrian congestion- overcrowding- disrupts locals
more cars- air pollution- respiratory problems
small boat operators laid off- cannot support family
more money into port facility instead of improving facilities for locals
two ways tourism helps a region to develop
creates jobs which provides families with an income- more taxes paid
tourist revenue to government improves infrastructure / services
positives of ecotourism
teaches conservation- tourists respect the environment- reduces pollution- attracts tourists
tourist revenue 95%- generates more money than all inclusive package tours- more money for improving infrastructure/ services
reasons to visit the cayman islands
famous for its marine life- turtle centre
national museum- learn about history and culture
the mastic trail
