Tourism Topic 2.3 Social Impacts of Tourism

What is a positive social impact of tourism?

• Cultural preservation

• Economic leakages

• Environmental degradation

• Overdependence on tourism

Cultural preservation in tourism involves:

• Loss of cultural identity

• Maintaining and celebrating local traditions and heritage

• Economic instability

• Decreasing tourism revenue

What is a positive impact of tourism on local communities?

• Environmental degradation

• Cultural commodification

• Income generation and job opportunities

• Economic leakages

How does tourism affect social norms and values in local communities?

• Reinforces traditional norms

• Leads to cultural clashes and changes in social norms

• Decreases tourist arrivals

• Enhances local traditions

What can be a negative consequence of tourism on local social dynamics?

• Stable employment

• Overdependence on tourism

• Cultural preservation

• Increased local revenue

What is a negative social impact of tourism?

• Income generation

• Rise in crimes

• Cultural preservation

• Ecosystem restoration

What is one way tourism can positively impact local cultures?

• Economic leakages

• Cultural commodification

• Preservation and celebration of local traditions

• Rise in crime rates

What can lead to cultural clashes between tourists and locals?

• Respect for local norms

• Insensitivity to local customs and traditions

• Economic growth

• Increased cultural preservation

How can tourism enhance cultural ecosystem services?

• Decreasing local interest in traditions

• Exploiting local resources

• Enhancing appreciation for nature and local culture

• Increasing pollution

An example of a location benefiting from enhanced cultural ecosystem services is:

• Urban city centers

• Industrial areas

• Sanjiangyuan National Park in China

• Commercial shopping districts