Disdvantages of Tourism

Using a named example, explain why the growth of tourism may bring disadvantages to an LEDC.

In Kenya, South-East Africa, there are many negative impacts to tourism. Although tourism does bring jobs to the country, many of these jobs are unskilled, low status and pay, and seasonal. To add to this, the income from the overseas visitors doesn’t all reach the host country, as over 85% goes towards the MEDC’s, and other foreign resources. The number of tourists visiting Kenya may vary depending on the time of year and…