Impact of Climate Change on Tourism

Diseases and Tourism

• Flu Virus, AIDS, SARS, and foot and mouth disease (FMD) are examples of diseases that can reduce travel
• The tourism industry can mitigate the impact of diseases through strategic alliances, cost effectiveness, cost reduction, and brand loyalty

Emerging Tourism Markets

• China and India are emerging tourist markets in the near future
• Russia, the UAE, Gabon, and South America have potential to become major tourist markets
• Europe accounts for half of the world's tourism market in terms of arrivals and tourist receipts

Effects of Natural Disasters on Tourism

• Natural disasters have devastating impacts on the tourism industry
• People avoid travel to affected areas, leading to significant losses

Tourism Education and Training

• There is a growing need for collaboration between tourism agencies and educators to address the changing needs of the industry
• A highly educated workforce is necessary for the continued growth and success of the global tourism industry

Using E-commerce Tools in Tourism

• Over 50% of travelers in the US use the Internet to plan their travel and vacations
• The use of e-commerce tools is growing globally, and having no website can lead to fewer tourism traffic

Future World Tourism Issues

Tourism Policy and Strategic Planning

• There will be greater efforts towards partnership between the private and public sectors to alleviate poverty and develop policies to combat negative impacts on tourism

Managing Sustainable Tourism

• Educating tourism agencies, host communities, and travelers about sustainable tourism is crucial
• Respect for natural and built environments is essential for future generations

Safety and Security in Tourism

• Safety and security will be a significant challenge for the tourism industry
• Climate change is a growing concern for travelers, and the world's ecosystem is being degraded at an unsustainable rate

Quality Tourism Products and Experiences

• Tourists demand greater variety, flexibility, and quality in their tourism products
• Space tourism is a new and emerging tourism product, with a space trip package costing $20M USD
• Volunteer vacations are becoming popular, allowing tourists to support humanitarian causes

Impacts of Health Issues in Tourism

• Travelers avoid areas with high health risks, and diseases spread more rapidly due to travel
• Major health crises can cause significant disruptions in domestic and international tourism

The Impact of the World's Economy on Tourism

• Population growth is a significant factor in the growth of tourism
• Improving economies of China, India, USA, Indonesia, and Brazil will lead to increased tourism

Undersea Tourism

• Exploring the ocean bottom is a new and emerging tourism product

Partnership and Strategic Alliances in Tourism

• New partnerships are occurring, such as the partnership between UNTWO and the Meeting Industry
• Coopetition is a strategy that combines cooperation and competition to achieve unlimited opportunities