Tourism Topic 2.2

What is the positive economic impact of tourism in a coastal town?

• Income generation from tourist spending

• Decreased revenue from tourist spending

• Overdependence on tourism

• Increased unemployment rates

What is the main negative economic impact of economic leakages in a local community?

• Contribution to local taxes

• Stable monthly income for residents

• Decreased revenue for local businesses

• Increased profits for multinational corporations

Which of the following is an example of informal employment in the tourism sector?

• Tour guides

• Hotel receptionists

• Air stewardess

• Street side performers

How can tourism help reduce unemployment rates?

• By creating job opportunities

• By decreasing income generation

• By increasing economic leakages

• By reducing tourist spending

What is the impact of overdependence on tourism in a country?

• Diversification of income sources

• Stable economic growth

• Reduced reliance on tourism

• Increased vulnerability to a sudden fall in tourist numbers

What can result in a sudden fall in tourist numbers due to unfavorable political situations?

• Increase in tourist arrivals

• Closure of hotels

• Issuance of travel advisories

• Rise in tourism revenue

How can natural disasters impact tourism?

• Increase in tourist arrivals

• Damage to tourism infrastructure

• Stable economic conditions

• Rise in government revenue

What is the main negative economic impact of economic downturn in tourism?

• Reduction in tourist spending

• Increase in job opportunities

• Stable economic activity

• Loss of jobs or reduction in incomes

How can outbreak of diseases affect tourism?

• Closure of borders

• Increase in tourist arrivals

• Rise in government revenue

• Decrease in disease spread

What is the main positive economic impact of tourism employment?

• Decrease in formal employment

• Contribution to income tax

• Fluctuating wages

• Fixed hours