Do the Benefits of Dark Tourism Outweigh the Morbidity Maameegate Zheng Jun Cheston Tay Kai Ren ENG114 – Section 1006 University of Nevada‚ Las Vegas / Singapore Campus Do the Benefits of Dark Tourism Outweigh the Morbidity Introduction Dark tourism encourages people to reflect on mortality‚ bringing them closer to death (Stone‚ 2010). It is a multitude of history‚ heritage‚ tourism and tragedy which plays an important role in delivering information by bringing the past to present (Niemelä
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Alternative Tourism Introduction Due to advances in transportation and communication technology‚ an increase in disposable incomes and leisure times in Western Europe‚ North America (Choi & Sirakaya‚ 2006; Hall & Muller‚ 2005; Momsen‚ 2005; Mowfort & Munt‚ 2003; Smith‚ 2005)‚ North-East and South-East Asia‚ and the globalization of capitalism (Mowfort & Munt‚ 2003)‚ the tourism industry has grown to become the fourth largest economic sector globally‚ with 806 million tourist arrivals and international
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Singapore Airlines (SIA) began in 1947 as Malayan Airlines in a joint venture between the Malaysia and Singapore governments. However‚ due to political disagreements between Singapore and Malaysia in 1965‚ the two governments agreed to set up separated airlines‚ resulting in the formation of two bodies namely‚ Singapore Airlines and Malaysian Airlines System. Thus‚ Singapore Airlines was established in 1972 after the Republic of Singapore’s Independence from the Malaysia Federation. Singapore
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HISTORY OF TOURISM → EARLY TRAVEL Earlier travel was essentially to seek food or to escape danger. Travel was also undertaken for trade. Growth of cities along fertile river banks like Nile etc. encouraged water travel. Ancient empires like the Romans helped shape modern travel. → THE EMPIRE ERA THE EGYPTIANS As its peak the travel for business and pleasure flourished. Travel to outlining cities was necessary. Various amenities were offered to travelers. They travelled for pleasure
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Singapore – one of the fastest growing economy and Asia’s commercial capital is the host to a wide array of brands. These brands belong to many different industries; It is a home to brands which have originated in other countries as well as brands which have been born in this country itself. One particular brand that has really caught my interest belongs to the aviation industry. This company has been known for is amazing hospitality‚ courteous crew and one of the best inflight services. This company
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SINGAPORE Submitted by: Basinillo‚ Angela Brillantes‚ Johanna Co‚ Meljorie Gaddi‚ Shara Sy‚ Paolla K35 August 13‚ 2012 I. INTRODUCTION I n 1819‚ Singapore was founded as a trading colony by the Great Britain. In 1963‚ it joined the Malaysian Federation but separated two years later and became independent. Singapore subsequently became one of the world’s most prosperous countries with strong international trading links‚ having its port is one of the world’s busiest in terms
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Unemployment Rate in Singapore decreased to 1.80 percent in the third quarter of 2013 from 2.10 percent in the second quarter of 2013. Unemployment Rate in Singapore is reported by the Ministry of Manpower Singapore. Unemployment Rate in Singapore averaged 2.51 Percent from 1986 until 2013‚ reaching an all time high of 6 Percent in the first quarter of 1986 and a record low of 1.40 Percent in the second quarter of 1990. In Singapore‚ the unemployment rate measures the number of people actively looking
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COMPANY PROFILE Singapore Airlines Limited REFERENCE CODE: FDB4E7D4-81AF-4E6E-8771-7F06202C7046 PUBLICATION DATE: 20 Feb 2015 www.marketline.com COPYRIGHT MARKETLINE. THIS CONTENT IS A LICENSED PRODUCT AND IS NOT TO BE PHOTOCOPIED OR DISTRIBUTED. Singapore Airlines Limited TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Company Overview..............................................................................................3 Key Facts................................................................
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Abstract With today’s complex tourism systems‚ the planning and management of these systems pose as a challenge to many. Tourist destinations‚ stakeholders and the tourists themselves play a part in working toward the sustainability of tourism. This article covers how the complexity of tourism has complicated the tourism industry and what new strategies can be implemented toward building a more sustainable tourism. Introduction The world today is a fast paced‚ ever growing economy and development
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CHAPTER VI SOCIO – ECONOMIC STUDY Socio – Economic Benefits As part of the agricultural sector‚ the banana industry also ensures that it contributes to the protection of the environment through the observance of globally accepted practices and abiding by Philippines laws. Furthermore‚ the industry also makes positive impact on the cultural political aspects through: Minimized contact with the influence insurgency; Improved peace and order situation; Effective local governance; Integration
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