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Jamaica - CEW Case Study Flashcards

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1
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How many jobs does tourism create in Jamaica?

A

200,000

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What percentage of Jamaica’s GDP is from tourism?

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35%

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What can happen to the money generated from tourism? (Negative)

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Money leaks back to TNC origin country.

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How is quality of life distributed in Jamaica due to tourism?

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Unequally distributed
North coast is rich, south coast may live in poverty still.

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What is a positive environmental impact of tourism in Jamaica?

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New sewage treatment plants, nature reserves and sustainable ecotourism business growing in popularity.

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What is a negative environmental impact of tourism in Jamaica?

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Excess water consumption, waste (landfill), air and noise pollution from air, land and sea traffic.

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What are the names of the major sea ports?

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Falmouth and Kingston

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How many cruise ship passengers arrive each year?

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1.5 million

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