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Which of the following strategies is most directly associated with pro-poor tourism (PPT)?
Which of the following strategies is most directly associated with pro-poor tourism (PPT)?
- Actively seeking to increase the participation of poor people in the tourism value chain, such as employing them in tourism enterprises and sourcing goods from them. (correct)
- Minimizing the carbon footprint of tourist activities through the use of renewable energy sources.
- Focusing on low-impact tourism activities that have minimal environmental impact on the ecosystem.
- Ensuring that tourism businesses are owned and managed exclusively by local community members.
A local community decides to manage a nearby forest as a tourist attraction, offering guided tours and selling locally made crafts. This initiative is best described as an example of:
A local community decides to manage a nearby forest as a tourist attraction, offering guided tours and selling locally made crafts. This initiative is best described as an example of:
- Community-based tourism because the community owns and manages the tourism product. (correct)
- Ecotourism, due to its focus on low impact and environmental education.
- Pro-poor tourism, as it generates income for the local community.
- Sustainable tourism, because it is environmentally, socially, and economically viable.
What is a key difference between ecotourism and pro-poor tourism?
What is a key difference between ecotourism and pro-poor tourism?
- Ecotourism is only practiced in developed countries, while pro-poor tourism is only practiced in developing countries.
- Ecotourism focuses on environmental conservation, while pro-poor tourism focuses on benefiting impoverished populations. (correct)
- Ecotourism requires significant capital investment, while pro-poor tourism requires minimal capital investment.
- Ecotourism is managed by international organizations, while pro-poor tourism is managed by local communities.
Which of the following is a potential negative impact associated with ecotourism?
Which of the following is a potential negative impact associated with ecotourism?
A tourism company claims to be eco-friendly but continues to engage in practices that harm the environment. This is an example of:
A tourism company claims to be eco-friendly but continues to engage in practices that harm the environment. This is an example of:
What role do fair trade agreements play in pro-poor tourism?
What role do fair trade agreements play in pro-poor tourism?
How does investment in infrastructure contribute to pro-poor tourism?
How does investment in infrastructure contribute to pro-poor tourism?
Which initiative is primarily a community-based tourism (CBT) strategy?
Which initiative is primarily a community-based tourism (CBT) strategy?
Which action would best mitigate the vulnerability of ecotourism to external economic shocks?
Which action would best mitigate the vulnerability of ecotourism to external economic shocks?
In Community Based Tourism (CBT), what is the most effective approach to address potential internal conflicts and power struggles within the community?
In Community Based Tourism (CBT), what is the most effective approach to address potential internal conflicts and power struggles within the community?
Pro-Poor Tourism (PPT) initiatives frequently face challenges in ensuring that benefits reach the poorest segments of the population. What strategy would most directly address this issue?
Pro-Poor Tourism (PPT) initiatives frequently face challenges in ensuring that benefits reach the poorest segments of the population. What strategy would most directly address this issue?
A local community is developing an ecotourism project. Which action would be most effective in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the initiative?
A local community is developing an ecotourism project. Which action would be most effective in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the initiative?
What is the most effective way for a Community Based Tourism (CBT) project to ensure genuine community ownership and control over tourism initiatives?
What is the most effective way for a Community Based Tourism (CBT) project to ensure genuine community ownership and control over tourism initiatives?
What is the MOST effective method for Pro-Poor Tourism (PPT) initiatives to foster collaboration and partnerships among stakeholders?
What is the MOST effective method for Pro-Poor Tourism (PPT) initiatives to foster collaboration and partnerships among stakeholders?
Ecotourism sites are often located in remote, environmentally sensitive areas. What action would be most appropriate to address and solve the potential negative impacts of tourism on these areas?
Ecotourism sites are often located in remote, environmentally sensitive areas. What action would be most appropriate to address and solve the potential negative impacts of tourism on these areas?
Local artisans in a community-based tourism destination struggle to sell their products due to competition from cheaper imported souvenirs. Which strategy would MOST directly address this challenge?
Local artisans in a community-based tourism destination struggle to sell their products due to competition from cheaper imported souvenirs. Which strategy would MOST directly address this challenge?
To ensure fair trading and sustainable practice what is the MOST important implementation for pro-poor tourism?
To ensure fair trading and sustainable practice what is the MOST important implementation for pro-poor tourism?
A remote ecotourism site lacks reliable infrastructure, hindering its potential. Which investment would MOST directly support sustainable tourism development in this area?
A remote ecotourism site lacks reliable infrastructure, hindering its potential. Which investment would MOST directly support sustainable tourism development in this area?
Flashcards
Ecotourism
Ecotourism
Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.
Community-Based Tourism (CBT)
Community-Based Tourism (CBT)
Tourism owned and/or managed by communities, benefiting local people.
Pro-Poor Tourism (PPT)
Pro-Poor Tourism (PPT)
Tourism that aims to increase benefits for the poor.
Aims of Ecotourism
Aims of Ecotourism
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Benefits of CBT
Benefits of CBT
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Strategies of PPT
Strategies of PPT
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Environmental Impacts of Ecotourism
Environmental Impacts of Ecotourism
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Sociocultural Impacts of Ecotourism
Sociocultural Impacts of Ecotourism
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Ecotourism Vulnerability
Ecotourism Vulnerability
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CBT Resource Limitations
CBT Resource Limitations
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Unequal Benefit Distribution
Unequal Benefit Distribution
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Revenue Leakage in CBT
Revenue Leakage in CBT
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Implementation Challenges of PPT
Implementation Challenges of PPT
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PPT Benefit Disparity
PPT Benefit Disparity
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Sustainable Ecotourism Practices
Sustainable Ecotourism Practices
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Capacity Building in CBT
Capacity Building in CBT
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Targeted Employment (PPT)
Targeted Employment (PPT)
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Local Sourcing (PPT)
Local Sourcing (PPT)
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Explore ecotourism, a responsible way to travel that conserves the environment. Discover community-based tourism (CBT), managed by locals for their benefit. Learn about pro-poor tourism (PPT) and its mission to increase tourism's benefits to the poor.
