How Politics Affects Tourism

How does terrorism affect tourism?

• It makes tourists feel safe

• It frightens people and discourages travel

• It helps boost travel interest

• It has no effect on tourism

What is the goal of a terrorist attack?

• To entertain people

• To create fear and discourage travel

• To protect tourists

• To promote new hotels

How might a radical change in a country's politics impact tourism?

• It makes the country more fun to visit

• Tourists might avoid the country, fearing it is unsafe

• It helps bring in more tourists

• It lowers hotel prices

What is civil unrest?

• Peaceful travel experience

• A group of people showing they are happy with the government

• Protests or riots by people unhappy with government policies

• A type of festival

Why might tourists avoid a place with civil unrest?

• They prefer less crowded areas

• They find it exciting

• They feel it is dangerous and unpredictable

• They think it's too expensive

What effect does a country's political problems have on its reputation?

• It makes the country famous for safety

• It damages the reputation for a long time

• It makes the country very popular

• It doesn't affect the country's image

How does war affect tourism in a country?

• It creates new tourist attractions

• Tourists feel unsafe and avoid the country

• It only affects local tourists

• Tourists want to visit more during war

What impact does war have on local tourism businesses?

• They get more tourists

• They lose tourists and may shut down

• They make more money

• They remain unaffected

What happens to cultural and historical sites during war?

• They become more beautiful

• They are often damaged or become less attractive

• They receive more visitors

• They get extra protection

How can a terrorist attack on a train or airplane affect tourists?

• It encourages more travel

• It frightens people and makes them avoid traveling

• It makes travel cheaper

• It makes people feel safer