Tourism Explosion
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- Created on: 05-06-16 13:47
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- Tourism Explosion
- Proof of Increasing Tourism
- 20,000 on holiday per year in 1950s. Almost 1 billion on holiday in 2010s.
- $500 billion dollar industry (domestic tourism is 4 x more popular than international tourism).
- Why has Tourism Increased?
- Socio-economic
- People are now paid more: they can afford to tour.
- Families have changed: now both parents work (more money for holidays); people are having fewer kids (less people to pay for); most people have access to cars (easier to travel).
- People get more holidays time in their job (increased to 5/6 weeks a year) so they have more time to tour.
- People are now paid more: they can afford to tour.
- Life expectancy has increased: pensioners have the time and money to travel many times per year
- Technological Advancements
- Increased travel options (bus, train, aeroplane and ferries) make movement easier.
- These new transport methods are much quicker than in the past, so are more appealing.
- It's easier/ cheaper to book holidays in advance online. This avoids hassle.
- Increased travel options (bus, train, aeroplane and ferries) make movement easier.
- More choice
- Unlike in the past, you can go to nearly anywhere, including environments, holiday types and culture.
- Package holidays online are a cheaper alternative and appeal to many people.
- Socio-economic
- Tourist Attractions
- Beaches
- Appeal: They are sunny and relaxing.
- Who goes: It's literally for anyone.
- Activities: Snorkelling, swimming, sunbatheing.
- Mountains
- Appeal: They are very scenic and challenging
- Who goes: Sightseers, hikers etc.
- Activities: Skiing, hiking, biking, walking etc.
- Culture (cities)
- Appeal: You learn about different places, entertainment
- Activities: Nightlife, museums and galleries, shops.
- Who goes: Younger people and retired people.
- Beaches
- Economic Importance of Tourism
- MEDCs
- Contributes to a balanced rich ecomony.
- It brings in foreign income. For example, the USA got over $1 billion from tourism in 2009
- It provides jobs and boosts the local economy as it benefits local companies, such as cafes and hotels
- MEDCs
- Proof of Increasing Tourism
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