Tourism Flashcards
What is tourism?
Travel away from home for at least one night for leisure purposes.
Why is tourism important to study?
It is one of the largest industries, contributing over $8.27 trillion to the global economy and growing rapidly.
Name some categories of tourism.
Leisure, business, educational, medical, religious, etc.
What is ecotourism?
Tourism focusing on natural environments and local communities.
What are primary and secondary tourist attractions?
Primary attractions are natural, while secondary ones are man-made for tourists.
What is sustainable tourism?
It aims to increase positive impacts and decrease negative impacts (social, economic, environmental) for long-term viability.
What factors contributed to the growth of tourism?
Accessibility, changes in technology, and affluence.
What is the Butler Model?
A model describing the life cycle of tourist destinations in six stages: Exploration, Involvement, Development, Consolidation, Stagnation, and either Decline or Rejuvenation.
What happens during the exploration stage of the Butler Model?
Small numbers of tourists visit based on natural or cultural attractions.
What happens during the development stage of the Butler Model?
Tourist facilities are built, and the number of tourists grows, often exceeding the local population during peak times.
What occurs in the stagnation stage of the Butler Model?
Visitor numbers peak, the destination becomes less fashionable, and environmental/social problems emerge.
What are the two possible outcomes after stagnation in the Butler Model?
Either the destination rejuvenates with new attractions and investments, or it declines as tourists leave for newer destinations.
How has tourism changed globally between 1950 and 2018?
Tourist arrivals have shifted, with different regions rising as top destinations.
Why is it important to categorize tourism?
It helps in managing impacts, understanding different forms, and targeting the needs of specific tourists.
What is an example of a country where tourism led to significant changes?
Thailand’s Maya Bay, where tourist numbers were restricted to preserve the environment.
