Discuss the socio – cultural impacts of the tourism development using examples from the country of your own choice This essay will argue that Lithuania has many positive and negative social and cultural impacts on the tourism industry. In these days tourism became one of the most important in economic, social and cultural environment. People pay attention in these things because they are also very important to develop any business. Tourism is very significant for countries, because it may bring
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As spring is well underway, schools are about to get out, and summer vacations will be starting. The peak season for U.S. tourism will be here before we know it with record travelers in some destinations. International destinations are seeing records in their seasons as we speak. Tourism is a nonstop global industry and for this project I took a look at some of the recent trends for the market and will also analyze the some common themes amongst them. The first major thing that most Americans are
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POLLUTION Tourism can cause the same forms of pollution as any other industry: air emissions, noise, solid waste and littering, releases of sewage, oil and chemicals, even architectural/visual pollution. Air pollution and noise Transport by air, road, and rail is continuously increasing in response to the rising numbe reported that the number of international air passengers worldwide rose from 88 million in 1972 to 344 million in 1994. One consequence of this increase in air transport is that
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Reduction of territorial intra regional asymmetries Expansion of infrastructures, human resources and I&D expenditures Unique Historical Importance Modernization of companies Expansion of tertiary activities Move up the value chain in some sectors like tourism Diversity of Experiences Objectives Upgrade the experience of visitors Increase quantity and value Increase the number of visitors (first-time and repeat visitors) from traditional and emerging markets, thereby maximising the value they create
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international tourism has on developing countries and suggest what measures can be taken to ensure sustainable tourism. Tourism is one of the most profitable and growing sectors for the economy of many developing countries. Governments are aware both of this and the opportunities that lie within the industry, and wish to, with the combined effort of public and private sectors, focus on providing goods and services to international tourists for economic benefits to the country. Tourism creates jobs
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UK – Case study The UK is a mature tourism destination and tourist generating country. -There has been a strong relationship between the average income in the UK and the average spending on tourism both at home and abroad. -Tourism provides employment opportunities. -Tourism supports an inflow of cash from abroad. Major issues -Negative balance of payments: more money goes out of the country than comes in through tourism. A major reason for this is the desire by UK citizens for guaranteed
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lower. Advantages of booking with the non-cruise suppliers The selection of airlines and flights may be better. Airfares may be lower EXPENSES COVERED BY TRAVEL INSURANCE Trip cancellation, delay or interruption Lost or stolen luggage Medical expenses for accident or sickness incurred onboard or overseas (including emergency transfer from the ship) PASSENGER OPTIONS WHEN THE SHIP MAKES INTERMEDIARY PORT STOPS They may purchase a shore excursion through the cruise line. They may
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HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT Stephen W. Litvin College of Charleston Ronald E. Goldsmith Florida State University Bing Pan College of Charleston Stephen W. Litvin is Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management in the School of Business and Economics, at the College of Charleston (South Carolina); Ronald E. Goldsmith is the Richard M. Baker Professor of Marketing at Florida State University; and Bing Pan is Assistant Professor and the Director of the Office of Tourism Analysis at the
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Planning a World Class Hotel Hospitality and Tourism 594 Kimberly Farmer April 19, 2014 Table of Contents Introduction ……………………………………………………………. 3 Development planning …………………………………………………… 5 Environmental impact ……………………………………………………. Sociological and/or cultural impact …………………………………….. Economic feasibility and economic impact on the area ………………….. Markets, demand, marketability, and marketing …………………………… Management and maintenance ………………………………………………. Financial planning
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Hilton Hotels PESTEL Analysis PESTEL abbreviation is interpreted as political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors impacting businesses, and PESTEL is an important framework for assessing external factor impacting business practices. POLITICAL FACTORS Political stability is the key to the success of any industries and it is applicable to hotel industry as well and it needs to cope with political situations everywhere in the world. The political approaches can influence
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