Iceland tourism and development What is the population of Iceland 5.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? GeographyTourismASOCR Created by: Tom HoultonCreated on: 07-04-16 16:05 What is the population of Iceland? 323,000 1 of 15 How many tourists visit Iceland each year? 364,000 2 of 15 What attracts tourists to Iceland? volcanic scenery, rugged coastline, glaciers and wildlife 3 of 15 How many tourists are attracted just by whale watching? 72,000 each year 4 of 15 By what % did tourism in Iceland grow between 1995 and 2005? 7.2% a year (one of the fastest growing sectors of their economy) 5 of 15 Why is tourism particularly important for Iceland? Important earner of foreign currency 6 of 15 How many jobs does tourism in Iceland directly create? 69,000 7 of 15 What percentage of Iceland's GDP comes from tourism? 5% 8 of 15 Why do visitors to Iceland tend to be wealthy? It is expensive- the cost of living is high and there are no budget airlines that fly there 9 of 15 What niche market does Iceland's tourist industry target? Wealthy Europeans and North Americans interested in the environment and wildlife 10 of 15 Why is it good that tourism is relatively modest in scale in Iceland? The ecological footprint is small and the industry is sustainable 11 of 15 Where in Iceland is tourism mostly based? In the SW, in and around the capital, Reykjavik 12 of 15 What economic impact has tourism had? It has boosted economic development in the area 13 of 15 What reputation has Reykjavik that has benefited it? Chic centre for nightlife, lots of hotels, close to the international airport at Keflavik 14 of 15 What 3 star attractions does Iceland have? Blue Lagoon, warmed by waste water from a geothermal power station, Gullfoss waterfall, Strokker geyser. 15 of 15
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