What is Tourism? Tourism involves the short term movement of people to destinations outside the places where they normally live and work. It also involves the activities of people‚ referred to as tourists or visitors‚ during their visit to these destinations and the facilities and services patronized during their stay. Many studies on tourism have been conducted yet there is not one single definition that everyone complies with. The United Nations World Tourism Organization however‚ defines tourism
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Adventure Tourism in New Zealand and its Environment Executive summary This report provides a general blueprint of adventure tourism’s environment and identifies the most important elements which impact it. A major factor is global events‚ in particular the 2011 Rugby World Cup. It’s stated that over half a billion dollars will be made during that time and part of the reason is that the people visiting will not only come to watch the games‚ but also to experience what is on offer. Another key element
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Today‚ tourism clearly offers excellent opportunities for economic growth as shown by the influx of foreign exchange earnings from tourism expenditures. But tourism’s impact is not totally positive. The socio-cultural and environmental impact of tourism must be weighed against its positive economic contribution. Until recently‚ there had been no measurement of the economic reality of the tourism industry. Its economic importance through the supply side‚ the capital formation it generates‚ its
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successive means of transport has made the world smaller and more accessible. In fact‚ mass tourism has become one of the most controversial subjects in the world today. Although it possesses several advantages‚ mass tourism might have negative impacts on local culture and the environment. Many people emphasize the benefits that human society could have from the generous idea of tourism. Mass tourism creates more employment for the locals that could be a great help in bringing up the standard
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Tourism in Goa The state of Goa‚ India‚ is famous for its beaches and places of worship‚ and tourism is its primary industry. Tourism is generally focused on the coastal areas of Goa‚ with decreased tourist activity inland. Foreign tourists‚ mostly from Europe‚ arrive in Goa in winter whilst the summer and monsoon seasons see a large number of Indian tourists. Goa handled 7% of all foreign tourist arrivals in the country in 2011.[1][2] This relatively small state is situated on the western coast
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Caniogan‚ Pasig City Objectives: The Tourism Services and Regional Offices Sector are tasked to ensure the pleasant entry‚ stay‚ and exit of tourists. It formulates standards of quantity and efficiency for tourism-oriented establishments‚ among others‚ done through an accreditation system. Tourist establishments’ compliance to policies are monitored to make sure that their facilities and services are operated and maintained. The Office of Tourism Standards has the following functions: a
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mountains of Himalayas‚ all are such attraction for the tourists‚ rarely found in other country or continent to the world. Tourism in India is the largest service industry‚ with a contribution of 6.23% to the national GDP and 8.78% of the total employment in India. India witnesses more than 5 million annual foreign tourist arrivals and 562 million domestic tourism visits.[2][3] The tourism industry in India generated about US$100 billion in 2008 and that is expected to increase to US$275.5 billion by 2018
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rise of the Kenyan heroes. (http://www.kenyaweb.com/history/introduction/index.html) Characteristics and structure of the Kenyan tourism industry Kenya is one of the most popular tourism destinations in Africa and tourism is a key foreign exchange earner for the country. Kenya’s tourism was founded on the country’s rich wildlife resources‚ although beach tourism along the Indian Ocean coast is now equally important. Indeed‚ the coastal areas generate the highest number of bed
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Medical Tourism / Global Medicine Business In Egypt Dr. Samir Arafeh – www.ieSEAM.com - Tel: 310.909-8698 (USA) - E-Mail: SamA@ieSEAM.com Medical Tourism – An Emerging International Business “In 2005‚ an estimated 500‚000 Americans journeyed overseas for medical care. Medical tourism is now a world-wide‚ multibillion dollar phenomenon that is expected to surge in the coming years.” Source: American Medical Association – June 2007. In 2006‚ the medical tourism industry grossed about $60
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Khushvaktova Kamola 2RuG1 Essay on topic “Tourism”. Tourism is becoming increasingly important as a source of revenue to many countries bit its disadvantages should not be overlooked. What are some of the problems of tourism? Often‚ people are surprised when they hear that the tourism industry has problems. Indeed‚ many perceive tourism as a fascinating kind of rest that allows changing of scenery and lifestyle for a while. Whatever it was‚ tourism has not only advantages‚ but also disadvantages
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