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What is considered a consumptive activity in tourism?
What is considered a consumptive activity in tourism?
Non-consumptive tourism activities include hunting and fishing.
Non-consumptive tourism activities include hunting and fishing.
False
What can ecotourism contain in its attraction base?
What can ecotourism contain in its attraction base?
A cultural component
A major characteristic of large-scale accommodations is that they are often owned by __________.
A major characteristic of large-scale accommodations is that they are often owned by __________.
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Match the types of tourism with their characteristics:
Match the types of tourism with their characteristics:
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Which type of accommodation is likely to have high density?
Which type of accommodation is likely to have high density?
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Cultural tourism does not overlap with ecotourism.
Cultural tourism does not overlap with ecotourism.
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What is the impact of external tourism on the local economy?
What is the impact of external tourism on the local economy?
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Which of the following is considered a part of charismatic megafauna?
Which of the following is considered a part of charismatic megafauna?
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Wildlife tourism only involves observing domesticated animals.
Wildlife tourism only involves observing domesticated animals.
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Name one type of setting in which wildlife tourism can occur.
Name one type of setting in which wildlife tourism can occur.
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Ecotourism often allows for a secondary role of related __________ attractions.
Ecotourism often allows for a secondary role of related __________ attractions.
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Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
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Which characteristic is NOT typical of ecotourism?
Which characteristic is NOT typical of ecotourism?
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Wildlife tourism does not include any aquatic or marine settings.
Wildlife tourism does not include any aquatic or marine settings.
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What is the category of the Mount Apo Natural Park?
What is the category of the Mount Apo Natural Park?
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What is a key element of ecotourism?
What is a key element of ecotourism?
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The Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Region 11.
The Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Region 11.
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In what year was the Mount Pulag National Park submitted?
In what year was the Mount Pulag National Park submitted?
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The Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is located near __________ in the interior of northeastern Mindanao.
The Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is located near __________ in the interior of northeastern Mindanao.
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Which natural park is submitted by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) from Davao del Sur?
Which natural park is submitted by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) from Davao del Sur?
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Match the following natural parks with their respective criteria:
Match the following natural parks with their respective criteria:
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Taal Volcano Protected Landscape is located in Batangas.
Taal Volcano Protected Landscape is located in Batangas.
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Which provinces are included in the Mount Pulag National Park's state region?
Which provinces are included in the Mount Pulag National Park's state region?
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What characterizes the distribution of protected areas in the country?
What characterizes the distribution of protected areas in the country?
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The country's protected areas are sufficient to protect the intended habitats.
The country's protected areas are sufficient to protect the intended habitats.
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Name one reason for the systematic problems in planning and management of protected areas.
Name one reason for the systematic problems in planning and management of protected areas.
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The _______ of protected areas includes ensuring proper training of employees.
The _______ of protected areas includes ensuring proper training of employees.
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What is the primary focus of ecotourism in protected areas?
What is the primary focus of ecotourism in protected areas?
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Capital investment in tourism includes only intangible elements.
Capital investment in tourism includes only intangible elements.
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Match the government agencies with their responsibilities regarding protected areas.
Match the government agencies with their responsibilities regarding protected areas.
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What are the two designations of China's protected areas?
What are the two designations of China's protected areas?
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What is a potential external influence on protected areas?
What is a potential external influence on protected areas?
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The __________ in Sichuan province is a major tourist attraction because of its giant pandas.
The __________ in Sichuan province is a major tourist attraction because of its giant pandas.
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Existing environmental regulations do not need enforcement.
Existing environmental regulations do not need enforcement.
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Which park is mentioned as a significant example of ecotourism potential in the Philippines?
Which park is mentioned as a significant example of ecotourism potential in the Philippines?
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What is one proposed solution for enhancing the protection of habitats?
What is one proposed solution for enhancing the protection of habitats?
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Weak environmental regulations contribute to the challenge of introducing ecotourism.
Weak environmental regulations contribute to the challenge of introducing ecotourism.
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What is required for effective site interpretation in ecotourism?
What is required for effective site interpretation in ecotourism?
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Match the following locations with their significance in ecotourism:
Match the following locations with their significance in ecotourism:
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What is PCAARRD-DOST primarily focused on?
What is PCAARRD-DOST primarily focused on?
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The NIPAS Act is a law that deals with urban development in the Philippines.
The NIPAS Act is a law that deals with urban development in the Philippines.
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When was PCAARRD established?
When was PCAARRD established?
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The primary purpose of general protective measures is to protect various aspects of the ______.
The primary purpose of general protective measures is to protect various aspects of the ______.
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Match the following organizations with their focus areas:
Match the following organizations with their focus areas:
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What two measures are identified to reduce the negative impact of tourism?
What two measures are identified to reduce the negative impact of tourism?
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PCAARRD was formed from the merger of two councils focused on agriculture and marine research.
PCAARRD was formed from the merger of two councils focused on agriculture and marine research.
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What is the main goal of general protective measures?
What is the main goal of general protective measures?
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Study Notes
Nature Tourism
- Refers to travel focusing on natural areas or features.
- Involves visiting natural attractions with geographical or biological appeal.
- Includes common attractions like rainforests, rivers, deserts, beaches, caves, cliffs, and flora/fauna.
Subsets of Nature Tourism
Soft Adventure
- Activities requiring moderate physical involvement.
- Examples include hiking, mountain biking, camping, horseback riding, walking tours, wildlife spotting, whale watching, river/lake canoeing, and fishing.
Hard Adventure
- Demands higher physical involvement or personal challenge.
- Risk factor often increases.
- Examples include caving, scuba diving, trekking, white water rafting, kayaking, rock/mountain climbing, safaris, surfing, windsurfing, ballooning, and ocean sailing.
Wildlife Tourism
- Involves travel to observe wildlife in their natural environments (ideally native habitats).
- Can include wild and non-domesticated animals.
- Settings can range from free-ranging to captive.
- Encompasses encounters with fauna (and flora) in terrestrial, aquatic/marine, and aerial settings.
- Includes observing kangaroos, koalas, whales, dolphins, seals, fish, and birds.
Ecotourism
- Travel to undisturbed, uncontaminated natural areas.
- Goal is studying, admiring, and enjoying scenery, wild plants/animals, and cultural aspects.
- Focuses on natural environment, ecosystems, and ecology.
- Can focus on a particular aspect of an ecosystem, not just the entire system.
- Recognizes that ecotourism is often combined with cultural aspects.
Components of Ecotourism
Nature Component
- Ecotourism is primarily nature-based.
- Attractions are usually based on the natural environment. This is not always the case. Attractions may focus on natural components not entire ecosystems.
- The nature component of ecotourism is focused on the specific part of an ecosystem of interest to the eco-tourist.
Elemental Approach of Ecotourism
- Charismatic megafauna: Includes charismatic animals such as bears, pandas, eagles, tigers, lions, cheetahs, and elephants.
- Charismatic megaflora: Includes diverse flora (flowers, trees, plants), such as redwood trees, Rafflesia, Jarrah, and pygmy trees.
- Charismatic megaliths: Incorporates natural features, including volcanoes, escarpments, and caves.
Cultural Component
- Ecotourism sometimes incorporates cultural attractions, which is often desirable.
- No completely undisturbed natural areas exist; virtually all have some cultural influence.
Ecotourism in Context of Other Tourism Types
- Nature-based tourism is any tourism relying on natural attractions.
- Related types include 3S tourism (sea, sand, sun), adventure tourism, wildlife tourism, captive tourism, extractive tourism, and health tourism.
- Hybrids combine elements of adventure, cultural, and ecotourism (e.g., trekking).
- 3S tourism (sea, sand, sun) can overlap with ecotourism. Activities like scuba diving, skydiving, snorkeling, and submarine tours are examples of areas where 3S tourism and ecotourism are linked.
- Mass Tourism (Market) vs. Alternative Tourism.
- Mass tourism frequently involves large groups, high density, and often international commercialization. It can overlap with other tourist models, however, it is not often related to ecotourism. Alternative tourism more often focuses on unique areas and authentic experiences for smaller groups of tourists. It often includes local elements or is operated by local businesses.
Protected Areas
- Ecotourism is linked to a shift towards green or sustainable tourism.
- The IUCN defines protected areas as spaces dedicated to biodiversity preservation and managed effectively.
- Public and private protected areas exist.
- Protected areas often emerged from the environmental movement. (and related commercial pursuits).
The NIPAS
- National Integrated Protected Area System
- Introduced to manage environment sustainability.
- The NIPAS act (Republic Act 7586) aims to classify protected areas for long-term environmental conservation and the sustainable use of resources.
- Aims are the preservation of genetic diversity and the maintenance of ecological processes.
Environmental Impacts of Tourism
- Tourism can have positive and negative impacts.
- Negative impacts include pollution (air, water, solid waste, noise, land), congestion, and the exploitation/exhaustion of natural resources.
- Tourism can lead to conflicts if not managed correctly.
- Strategies like controlling visitor numbers and promoting responsible tourism participation can mitigate environmental damage.
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Test your knowledge on the various aspects of ecotourism and wildlife tourism. This quiz covers definitions, impacts on local economies, and the characteristics that differentiate types of tourism. Perfect for students and enthusiasts alike!
