Tourism and Ecotourism

Which of the following best defines tourism?

Ocean-going vessels causing harm to the local environment
The activities of tourists and the supporting activities and infrastructure used by tourists (correct)
Traveling in natural environments without impacting the surrounding environment
The study of tourist destinations and attractions

Why do geographers study tourism?

To understand the wide-range impacts on resources
To generate 300 million jobs
To increase knowledge and intercultural understanding (correct)
To visit tourist attractions

What is ecotourism?

Traveling in natural environments without impacting the surrounding environment (correct)
The activities of tourists and the supporting activities and infrastructure used by tourists
The study of tourist destinations and attractions
Ocean-going vessels causing harm to the local environment

Which of the following is true about the scale of tourism in 2017?

$8 trillion revenue and accounting for 10% of worldwide employment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is cruising?

A less sustainable means of travel causing harm to the local environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the four broad categories of opportunities for activities that tourists can find in diverse natural and human environments?

natural environments, built facilities, culture and history, dark locations Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a coastal resort that offers multiple opportunities for activities.

Queensland's Gold Coast Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of activities that can be done in a coastal resort like Queensland's Gold Coast?

swimming, surfing, whale watching, visiting theme parks, shopping Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of natural environments that attract tourists?

coastal waters, mountain scenery Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of culture and history that attract tourists?

pilgrimage sites, remains of past civilizations Signup and view all the answers

What is cultural tourism?

Cultural tourism refers to people traveling to experience different societies, visit historical sites, and participate in events. Signup and view all the answers

What is heritage tourism?

Heritage tourism involves visiting sites of past events and the remaining structures, such as museums, historical remains, re-enactments, and festivals. Signup and view all the answers

What opportunities does heritage tourism provide for tourists?

Heritage tourism provides opportunities for tourists to visit museums, historical remains, and participate in re-enactments and festivals. Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does heritage tourism serve for national and local governments?

Heritage tourism allows national and local governments to present their history to a wider audience and develop a sense of pride in achievements. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of heritages that can attract tourists?

Examples of heritages that can attract tourists include Victoria's goldfields, as well as ancient civilizations like China, India, Iran, Egypt, and Greece. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following factors influencing tourism with their descriptions:

Physical factors = Include climate, topography and distance, as well as natural hazards and disasters Climate = A factor that can lead tourists to travel to enjoy better weather than they experience at home Offseason period = Times like the Mediterranean’s winter and South Asia’s monsoon period when tourist arrivals are lower Warm tropical waters = Combined with temperatures between 25 °C and 35 °C and sandy beaches, these are appealing to people experiencing winter in an urban environment Signup and view all the answers

Match the following periods with their impact on tourism:

November to February = The Mediterranean’s winter period with lower tourist arrivals June to August = South Asia’s monsoon period with lower tourist arrivals Winter in an urban environment = Time when warm tropical waters and temperatures between 25 °C and 35 °C combined with sandy beaches are very appealing Wet or cool seasons = Times when places will experience an offseason period for visitors Signup and view all the answers

Match the following climate conditions with their impact on tourism:

Temperatures averaging between 25 °C and 35 °C = Appealing to people experiencing winter in an urban environment Warm tropical waters = Appealing to people experiencing winter in an urban environment Wet or cool seasons = Will lead to an offseason period for visitors Natural hazards and disasters = Physical factors that can impact tourism Signup and view all the answers

Match the following geographical features with their relevance to tourism:

Climate = Many tourists travel to enjoy better weather than they experience at home Topography = Part of the physical factors influencing tourism Distance = Part of the physical factors influencing tourism Natural hazards and disasters = Physical factors that can impact tourism Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scenarios with their impact on tourism:

Winter in an urban environment = Time when warm tropical waters and temperatures between 25 °C and 35 °C combined with sandy beaches are very appealing Natural hazards and disasters = Physical factors that can impact tourism South Asia’s monsoon period between June and August = Time when tourist arrivals are lower Mediterranean’s winter between November and February = Time when tourist arrivals are lower Signup and view all the answers