Tourism and Development Flashcards
Has global tourism increased or decreased?
Increased
Mass tourism is…
Many tourists visiting specific places
Long haul is…
Flights that are over 12 hrs long
Direct employment is…
Working directly in a specific sector of society e.g Working in a hotel is directly linked to the tourism industry.
Indirect employment is…
Not working in a specific sector of society but your job can provide things for that sector.e.g.Farmer providing food for the chefs at hotel to cook.
Enclave tourism is…
Get everything in one place for one price.
Leakage is…
Money created then gets lost as it is sent to other countries.
Informal economy is…
Jobs are unregulated e.g street vendors
Give reasons for the increase in tourism?
1) Better life expectancy so longer retirement and some people retire early
2) Higher wages so more disposable income
3) Modern aircraft- easier, cheaper and quicker travel.
4) Package holidays booked though companies e.g Tui
5) Annual leave and pay (Holiday leave and pay)
6) Internet - People can research and easily book online
7) More stable governments
For LIC and NIC’s tourism is a major part of their economy. t or f
True
Give 4 economic and social benefits of tourism
1) Employment creator
2) Generates money
3) Local and regional multiplier effect
4) Investment in services and infrastructure which can benefit locals
Give 4 costs associated with tourism
1) Low paid and seasonal work
2) Local culture damaged
3) Ecosystem destruction
4) Air and Noise pollution
What country (s) did you study for tourism?
Gambia, Vietnam, Cancun - Mexico
What is eco tourism?
Small scale tourist projects that create money for conservation as well as providing local jobs
