Eco Tourism Case Study 2.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? GeographyTourismGCSEAQA Created by: AnnaruthCreated on: 27-01-13 17:41 What the ecotourism called? Footsteps 1 of 11 Where is it? Gambia, West Africa 2 of 11 What can tourists learn? How century old skills were used to create drums and clothes. 3 of 11 What are they informed about? The local markets and crafts people. 4 of 11 How does Footsteps benefit locals? It provides them with jobs and training with pay for the whole year. 5 of 11 How does it benefit the local community? It donates 20% of it's profit to the community. 6 of 11 What source of energy is used to generate its electricity? Wind and sun. 7 of 11 What are the huts made of? Local wood and materials. 8 of 11 What happens to facilities over time? They wear away faster than concrete buildings. 9 of 11 What could cause tourists inconvenience? The hot water only lasts for 5 minutes. 10 of 11 Who benefits from the 20% donated to the community? Only the villagers. 11 of 11
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