Week 10 Questions and Answers on Tourism Ethics

According to research on Arctic fox tourism in Sweden (Larm et al, 2018), what is the strongest effect on visitors' knowledge and awareness of Arctic foxes?

• Increased understanding of Arctic fox behavior

• Greater awareness of conservation efforts

• Enhanced appreciation for Arctic ecosystems

• Improved knowledge of Arctic fox habitats

What are two examples of ethical concerns within tourism attractions regarding animal welfare?

• Animal performances and habitat disruption

• Ticket pricing and visitor safety

• Souvenir shops and food stalls

• Parking facilities and guided tours

What is the recommended behaviour for tourists who encounter begging children?

• Ignore the children and walk away.

• Give them money.

• Report to local authorities.

• Engage with them and offer help.

What are two potential benefits of wildlife tourism for conservation?

• Increased funding for conservation efforts and habitat protection

• Decreased awareness and interest in wildlife

• Reduced funding for conservation efforts

• Increased poaching activities

What indirect effect could human disturbance have on Arctic foxes?

• Increase in food availability

• Decrease in habitat quality

• Improvement in breeding success

• No effect at all

Ethical tourism is also known as:

• Responsible tourism

• Mass tourism

• Adventure tourism

• Cultural tourism

What percentage of participants on guided Arctic fox safari tours in Helags said that they would recommend the tour to others?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 100%

WCTE stands for World Conference on Timber Engineering. What are two factors they have identified as priority areas?

• Sustainability and Innovation

• Cost Reduction and Efficiency

• Safety and Regulation

• Market Expansion and Research

Tourists should take what action when they want to photograph local people?

• Ask for permission before taking photographs

• Take photographs without asking

• Offer money for photographs

• Avoid taking photographs altogether

What negative impact has been observed regarding Arctic fox safari tours?

• Disturbance to the natural habitat of Arctic foxes

• Increase in Arctic fox population

• Improvement in local tourism

• No impact observed