Tunisia's Tourism Recovery
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Which country is known for its timeless scenes and has been a favorite location for film-makers?

  • Tunisia
  • Algeria
  • Egypt
  • Morocco (correct)

    • What can be a culture shock for Western visitors in Moroccan cities?

  • The Islamic architecture
  • The Berber communities
  • The poverty (correct)
  • The medinas

    • Which North African country has been an independent kingdom for many centuries?

  • Tunisia
  • Egypt
  • Algeria
  • Morocco (correct)

    • Which country dominates the tourism market in Morocco?

    <p>Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of GDP accounted for by tourism in Morocco?

    <p>19%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country used to supply a large number of tourists to Morocco?

    <p>Algeria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main type of accommodation in Morocco?

    <p>Hotels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the target number of tourist arrivals by 2010?

    <p>10 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Morocco is known for its fertile plateau and mountain ranges?

    <p>High Atlas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Morocco is famous for its souks and the Djemaa el Fna market square?

    <p>Marrakech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Moroccan city has a medina recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO?

    <p>Fez</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Morocco is known for its impressive city gate called Bab al Mansour?

    <p>Meknès</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Morocco is the financial and commercial center of the country?

    <p>Casablanca</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Morocco is designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO?

    <p>Essaouira</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of Morocco is dominated by the rugged terrain of the Rif Mountains?

    <p>The North</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country has a long history of contact with other parts of the Mediterranean and is known for its tolerance?

    <p>Tunisia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the destruction of the old town in Agadir?

    <p>Earthquake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country occupies the Western Sahara, a former Spanish colony?

    <p>Morocco</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Tunisia's GDP did tourism account for in 2018?

    <p>16%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country in Africa has the longest stretch of pristine Mediterranean coastline?

    <p>Libya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Tunisia is famous for its Great Mosque and traditional crafts such as saddle-making and carpet-weaving?

    <p>Kairouan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the main resources for tourism in Libya before the political instability in 2011?

    <p>Historical Roman remains and oases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the limited tourism in Libya before the Iraq War?

    <p>Trade embargo and government policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which airport in Tunisia mainly handles scheduled services?

    <p>Tunis airport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Tunisia is known for its upmarket marina and sports complex?

    <p>Port El Kantaoui</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area in Tunisia is promoted as a scuba-diving destination?

    <p>Tabarka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which museum in Tunis has a world-renowned collection of finds from Carthage?

    <p>Bardo Museum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of GDP is accounted for by tourism in Morocco?

    <p>19 per cent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many international tourist arrivals did Morocco receive in 2018?

    <p>over 12 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two European countries dominate the tourism market in Morocco?

    <p>France and Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the strategic plan for tourism launched in 2001 in Morocco?

    <p>Vision 2010</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Morocco is known for its annual music festival?

    <p>Essaouira</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capital of Morocco?

    <p>Rabat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in Morocco is a popular beach resort and major seaport?

    <p>Tangier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main type of tourism in the High Atlas region of Morocco?

    <p>Trekking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the attractions of Morocco for film-makers and adventurous tourists?

    <p>Timeless scenes, Arab medinas, Berber communities of the Atlas, gateway to Africa.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about Morocco among North African countries in terms of its political history?

    <p>It has been an independent kingdom for many centuries, with only one period of foreign domination from 1912 to 1956.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has the government of Morocco balanced traditional Islam and modernization?

    <p>By improving the status of women, among other measures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the 1960 earthquake on Agadir's old town?

    <p>The old town was destroyed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tourism does the new resort of Taghazout specialize in?

    <p>Sport tourism, particularly golf.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the disputed territory in the 'deep south' of Morocco?

    <p>Western Sahara.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary market for tourism in Tunisia?

    <p>The mass market, with package holidaymakers from France, Germany, and Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the tourist attractions in Tunisia?

    <p>The granary of ancient Rome, Kairouan's Great Mosque, Matmata's troglodite community, and the oases of southern Tunisia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors limited tourism in Libya before the Iraq War?

    <p>Political climate, UN trade embargo, and cultural differences between Tripolitania and Cyrenaica.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resources for tourism does Libya have?

    <p>Pristine Mediterranean coastline, Roman remains at Leptis Magna and Sabratha, and the oases of Ghadames and Ghat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the cultural differences in Libya?

    <p>Long-standing differences between Tripolitania in the west and Cyrenaica in the east.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What measures did the Tunisian government take to recover tourism after a decline in visitor numbers?

    <p>The Tunisian government tightened security at hotels and in other sectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which airport in Tunisia mainly handles scheduled services?

    <p>Tunis airport.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the ports of arrival for cruise passengers in Tunisia?

    <p>La Goulette and Bizerta.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the major gateways for travelers in Tunisia?

    <p>The major gateways for travelers in Tunisia are upgraded welcome facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the goals of the Plan Azur in Morocco's tourism industry?

    <p>The goals were to create new jobs, increase tourist arrivals, and increase the number of bed spaces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main obstacles to tourism development in rural areas of Morocco?

    <p>The main obstacles are bureaucratic obstacles and inadequate infrastructure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main attractions of Marrakech for tourists?

    <p>The main attractions are the souks, the Djemaa el Fna market square, gardens, and the Mamounia Hotel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cities are part of the 'Imperial Cities' circuit in Morocco?

    <p>The cities are Fez, Meknes, Rabat, and Marrakech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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