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Tourism. Growth of Tourism In 1950 = 25 mil international travelers In 1996 = 500 mil Other than international travelers who else could be considered a tourist ? Answer : Domestic traveler. Why has lead to using the term recovery and not growth ?. Europe & Asia Growth .
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Tourism • Growth of Tourism • In 1950 = 25 mil international travelers • In 1996 = 500 mil • Other than international travelers who else could be considered a tourist ? • Answer : Domestic traveler. Why has lead to using the term recovery and not growth ?
Europe & Asia Growth What factors have lead to a slow growth in Europe ?
Growth in Asia • What factors have allowed Asia to grow ? • Has this growth been sustained ? If not what has caused any changes to the growth ?
Africa : Regional Differences • List countries in Africa experiencing a growth in tourism. • What factors allow growth of tourism in Africa ? • Name 3 countries that had a sound tourism economy that has now collapsed. Identify the reasons for the collapse.
Advantages & Disadvantages of Tourism – Case Studies • National Parks - UK • Why are these so popular ? • Easy access from cities via modern roads • UK pop. Mainly urbanised therefore want to enjoy outdoors. • What are the benefits of tourism in the national parks ? • Urban people have access to countryside • Areas are conserved for wildlife etc. • Creates employment • What is meant by the term honeypot ? • Areas of attractive scenery • Historical sites
Problems & Solutions UK National Parks Using a table list the problems and related solutions in the UK National Parks.
Other Case Studies Common Issues • Using a table list any other problems that occur in other tourist destinations. Possible solutions must also be submitted. • References can be obtained from the textbook • Internet • Personal experiences