Tourism in the Galapagos Islands

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What is the main concern regarding the construction of new buildings near the islands' National Park areas?

The risk of oil pollution in the seawater

The lack of proper licensing for buildings

The increasing competition for tourists

The potential danger posed to nearby wildlife (correct)

Why do cruise ships touring the islands require a license from the National Park authorities?

To monitor them closely and prevent oil pollution (correct)

To ensure they provide well-organised trips

To enforce compliance with international maritime laws

To restrict the number of visitors on board

What advantage do visitors gain by having a tour guide when exploring a particular area?

Avoiding potential conflicts with wildlife

Learning more about the amazing creatures in the area (correct)

Experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime luxury trip

Getting discounts on activity-based holidays

How have the recent tourism trends in the Galapagos Islands changed?

Shift towards activity-based holidays featuring various sports Signup and view all the answers

What plays a key role in ensuring that visitors can have a memorable and educational experience in the islands?

Requirement of a tour guide for each exploring group Signup and view all the answers

What has led to growing concerns about the amount of rubbish being created in the Galapagos Islands?

An increase in the number of tourists staying on the islands. Signup and view all the answers

How have tourists visiting the Galapagos Islands impacted local farmers and fishermen?

By increasing the demand for food beyond what local producers can supply. Signup and view all the answers

What has made it cheaper for tourists to stay in island hotels on the Galapagos Islands?

Increased competition among providers of island accommodation. Signup and view all the answers

Why did tourists used to sleep and eat on cruise ships when they first started visiting the Galapagos Islands?

The ships brought essential supplies for their holiday. Signup and view all the answers

What do many visitors to the Galapagos Islands come to experience?

Unique wildlife including giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and penguins. Signup and view all the answers

Tourism in the Galapagos Islands

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Questions and Answers

What is the main concern regarding the construction of new buildings near the islands' National Park areas?

Why do cruise ships touring the islands require a license from the National Park authorities?

What advantage do visitors gain by having a tour guide when exploring a particular area?

How have the recent tourism trends in the Galapagos Islands changed?

What plays a key role in ensuring that visitors can have a memorable and educational experience in the islands?

What has led to growing concerns about the amount of rubbish being created in the Galapagos Islands?

How have tourists visiting the Galapagos Islands impacted local farmers and fishermen?

What has made it cheaper for tourists to stay in island hotels on the Galapagos Islands?

Why did tourists used to sleep and eat on cruise ships when they first started visiting the Galapagos Islands?

What do many visitors to the Galapagos Islands come to experience?

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