Types Of Tourism Flashcards
When did more specialised types of tourism become popular?
In the last 20-25 years.
Give 3 examples of niche tourism.
Volunteer, Educational, Medical.
What is the definition of niche tourism?
A form of tourism which caters for the needs of a small number of tourists.
What are some benefits of niche tourism?
- Can be less damaging as physically less people.
- Niche tourists often pay more.
- Niche tourists often have a genuine interest in the area and people; more respectful.
What are some negatives of niche tourism?
- Can come in and out of fashion - unstable income.
- Less people so limited economic benefits.
- Overdependence on very specialised thing.
Describe Medical Tourism.
A type of niche tourism, where people travel for: abortions, plastic surgery, experimental treatments etc. Canada attracts over 14 million Americans a year, and Turkey known for plastic surgery.
Describe volunteer tourism.
Combines leisure and volunteering, people want to contribute. Often companies are corrupt, so aren’t really helping. Tourists usually have a genuine interest.
Describe Thailand’s relationship with tourism.
Increase of Asian tourism, Thailand has a variety of cultural uniqueness. Has beautiful landscapes, including beaches, mountains and river plains.
* Elephant trekking, with around 4,000 domestic elephants.
* Buddhist temples and museums.
* Known as “Land of Smiles” due to it’s friendliness.
What does Ecotourism aim to do?
Protect the environment, respect local cultures and customs, and benefit local people economically and socially. Contributes to sustainable development, and shouldn’t exceed the carrying capacity.
What are some ecosystems which often attract ecotourism?
Safaris, animal watching, mountains, rainforests.
What are some features of ecotourism?
Low impact, sustainable, low numbers, local foods, simple accommodation, local guides.
What are some criticisms of ecotourism?
- Some companies use it as a label to attract customers, but really do little for the environment or locals.
- If it gets too popular, numbers will increase, no longer ecotourism.
- Overall carbon footprint can still be high eg to get there.
Give an example of ecotourism.
CAMPI YA KANZI, Kenya.
* 1 hour flight from Nairobi or a 6 hour drive.
* Gold-rated by eco-tourism Kenya.
* Employs locally, 65 staff.
* Only use renewable energy eg solar panels.
* Stores rainwater.
+ As close to ecotourism as you can get.
+ Aims solely to help locals and protect environment.
+ Local community hugely involved.
- Carbon footprint to reach the area.
