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Define adventure tourism and explain the three elements that are considered by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA).
Define adventure tourism and explain the three elements that are considered by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA).
Adventure tourism is a broad category of tourism activities that involve physical activity, natural environment, and cultural immersion. According to the ATTA, adventure tourism must include at least two of these three elements.
What is the difference between 'soft' and 'hard' adventure activities?
What is the difference between 'soft' and 'hard' adventure activities?
The difference between 'soft' and 'hard' adventure activities lies in the level of physical engagement and the risks involved. 'Soft' activities are less physically demanding and involve lower risks, while 'hard' activities require more physical exertion and involve higher risks.
Provide examples of 'soft' and 'hard' adventure activities mentioned in the text.
Provide examples of 'soft' and 'hard' adventure activities mentioned in the text.
'Soft' adventure activities mentioned in the text include bird watching, camping, canoeing, fishing, and snorkeling. 'Hard' adventure activities mentioned in the text include mountaineering, rock climbing, ice climbing, and caving.
Discuss the potential impacts of adventure tourism on the environment, including the fragility of the cultural and social environment. Provide examples to support your answer.
Discuss the potential impacts of adventure tourism on the environment, including the fragility of the cultural and social environment. Provide examples to support your answer.
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Explain how climate change is affecting adventure tourism destinations. Give specific examples.
Explain how climate change is affecting adventure tourism destinations. Give specific examples.
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Discuss the concept of carrying capacity in adventure tourism destinations and its implications. Provide examples to support your answer.
Discuss the concept of carrying capacity in adventure tourism destinations and its implications. Provide examples to support your answer.
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