Discover the World of Tourism
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According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), how is tourism defined?

  • The activities of persons traveling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for business, leisure, and other purposes. (correct)
  • The activities of persons traveling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for leisure purposes only.
  • The activities of persons traveling to and staying in places within their usual environment for business, leisure, and other purposes.
  • The activities of persons traveling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for business purposes only.

    • What does the tourism industry primarily focus on?

  • Providing basic services for travelers.
  • Providing enjoyment and pleasurable experiences that stimulate economic development. (correct)
  • Providing transportation for tourists.
  • Providing accommodation for tourists.

    • What are some of the impacts of tourism on individual countries and regions?

  • Economic growth, balance of payments, employment, and regional balances. (correct)
  • Social development, environmental conservation, cultural preservation, and community empowerment.
  • Political stability, technological advancements, educational opportunities, and healthcare improvements.
  • Infrastructure development, transportation efficiency, communication networks, and urban planning.

    • What are the characteristics of tourism?

    <p>Tourism may involve a variety of experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are tourism entities looking to reinforce?

    <p>Their potential in tourism development on the local and regional levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of tourism?

    <p>It stimulates economic development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the tourism industry in economic growth?

    <p>It is responsible for economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)?

    <p>To promote tourism development on the local and regional levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'balance of payments' refer to in relation to tourism?

    <p>It refers to the balance between the costs and revenues of tourism entities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do tourism entities aim to reinforce in tourism development?

    <p>The potential of tourism development on the local and regional levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

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