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What is the peak tourism season in the Caribbean?
What is the peak tourism season in the Caribbean?
- Mid-April to mid-December
- Mid-October to mid-January
- Mid-December to mid-April (correct)
- Mid-June to mid-September
What is the primary earner of foreign exchange in most Caribbean countries?
What is the primary earner of foreign exchange in most Caribbean countries?
- Tourism (correct)
- Financial services
- Agriculture
- Manufacturing
How does tourism impact employment in the Caribbean?
How does tourism impact employment in the Caribbean?
- It has no significant impact on employment
- It reduces the employment opportunities
- It employs a large portion of the population either directly or indirectly (correct)
- It employs a small portion of the population
What is the main focus of the tertiary industry in the context of the text?
What is the main focus of the tertiary industry in the context of the text?
When does the peak tourism season generally begin in the Caribbean?
When does the peak tourism season generally begin in the Caribbean?
How does tourism impact employment in the Caribbean?
How does tourism impact employment in the Caribbean?
Which area in Barbados is the main tourist area?
Which area in Barbados is the main tourist area?
What are the major markets for tourism mentioned in the text?
What are the major markets for tourism mentioned in the text?
What are the types of accommodation mentioned in the text?
What are the types of accommodation mentioned in the text?
What is a benefit of tourism mentioned in the text?
What is a benefit of tourism mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Tourism in the Caribbean
- Peak tourism season in the Caribbean: December to April
- Primary earner of foreign exchange in most Caribbean countries: Tourism
- Tourism's impact on employment in the Caribbean: Creates employment opportunities in various sectors
Tourism Industry
- Main focus of the tertiary industry: Providing services to tourists
- Peak tourism season generally begins in the Caribbean: Mid-December
- Main tourist area in Barbados: South Coast
Tourism Markets and Accommodation
- Major markets for tourism mentioned: USA, Canada, UK, and Europe
- Types of accommodation mentioned: Hotels, Guesthouses, and Apartments
- Benefit of tourism mentioned: Generates foreign exchange earnings
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