Italy is an example of the recent expansion of holiday choice.
The Italian Alps: people who enjoy skiing, sightseeing and hiking.
Venice: canals, renaissance architecture.
Vernazza: family holidays, sunbathing.
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Dubai
Dubaiis an example of tourism in different countries.
It is easily accessible from Europe, Asia and Africa with 120 airlines flying there.
Tourism in dubai is growing quickly.
Around 2.8 million people visited in 2000, and in 2010 there was 10 million people.
Hotel revenue was up by 22% from 2007 to 2008.
Famous for its duty-free shopping malls, large department stores and markets.
Prices are reasonable.
Emirates Airlines that do long-haul flights often stop off in Dubai where they are based.
Sightseeing is popular - the zoo, the markets, watersports.
Excursions are also popular to the wetland mudflat to see different bird species.
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Blackpool
Blackpool is an example of a resort rejuvinating itself.
Became a major tourist resort in the 19th century with inhabitants of nothern industrial towns.
Business boomed betwee 1900 and 950 with factory workers (more disposable income).
Attracted some private investment to upgrade some areas.
However around 1970, package holidays were popular and the British weather unreliable.
There was a decline.
People began to visit for day-trips or a weekend.
One approach to get out of the recession was plans for a supercasino.
These fell through.
However, Blackpool is still aiming for rejuvination.
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Lake District
The Lake District is an example of a National Park.
Famous for its amazing scenery, abundant wildlife and cultural heritage.
Small boats are allowed on many lakes.
Walking is one of the most popular activities.
Historical and cultural sights also attract tourists.
Traffic problems: Queues are common, as are congestion and parking.
Honeypot sites: Several areas have scarred landscapes, there is also footpath erosion.
Pressure on property: Holiday cottages are not occupied all year, holidaymakers often do not support local businesses, there is increased demands therefore increased house prices, forcing some locals out to find affordable homes.
Environmental issues: Fuel spills from boats are uncommon causing pollution, all the wash from fast motor vehicals erode the shore.
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Jamaica
Jamaicais an example of mass tourism.
The Caribbean's main tourist destinations.
Tourism is the countries second biggest earner.
Many local businesses depend on tourism, like food production.
Jamaica has much to offer tourists: watersports, wildlife sanctuaries etc.
Nowadays there is a growth in community tourism where the tourist gets more interaction with the local people, and the money earned goes directly to the people rather than to large international businesses.
Jamaica now offers some eco-tourism.
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Antarctica
Antarctica is an example of extreme tourism.
Small-scale tourism started in 1950s when commercial shipping took a few passengers.
There were 9,000 tourists in 1992-3 and 46,000 in 2007-8.
Over 100 tourist companies are involved.
Tourist areas have quickly become honeypots.
Walking, kayaking, skiing are a few activities.
The tourists can disturb the wildlife.
Oil-spills are common.
There are limits for tourists, protection is the number one priority.
Tourists can't visit Sites of Special Scientific Interest.
No ships carrying over 500 passengers can land.
However there are fears this will change.
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The Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are an example of ecotourism.
The volcanic Galapagos Islands lie 1,000km off the west coast of South America.
About 90% of the islands are National Parks or marine reserves.
The islands are amoung the most precious ecosystems in the world.
Tourists visit uner strict rules: only small ships allowed, the Galapagos Conservation Trusr receives £25 from every visitor, visitors are prevented from causing damage.
Environmental benefits: local people have to make a living.
Economic benefits to the local economy: local businesses have been started to provide the needs of tourists.
Economic benefits to the lives of individuals: people are emplyed in guest houses, on boats and as guides. The income is enough to make a difference to a household.
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