VOICED: Tourists shun Kenyan coast

VOICED: Tourists shun Kenyan coast

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Business

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the decline in tourism along the Kenyan coast due to a 21% drop in visitors in early 2012, exacerbated by the European recession and security concerns. The UK and Italy, major tourist sources, have seen significant decreases. Security issues, including kidnappings and riots, have led to travel warnings. In response, the Kenyan government is investing in marketing and exploring new markets in Asia and Africa. Despite the coastal decline, other parts of Kenya, like wildlife parks, are seeing increased tourism, offering opportunities for deals.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the percentage drop in visitors to the Kenyan coast in the first half of 2012 compared to the previous year?

21%

15%

30%

25%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two European countries were mentioned as having a significant impact on Kenyan tourism due to economic recession?

Netherlands and Belgium

UK and Italy

Spain and Portugal

France and Germany

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What security issues have affected tourism on the Kenyan coast?

Cyber attacks and fraud

Wildfires and droughts

Kidnappings and grenade attacks

Floods and earthquakes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the strategies the Kenyan government is using to combat the decline in tourism?

Reducing hotel prices

Investing in local infrastructure

Marketing the coast abroad

Offering free flights

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regions are being targeted by Kenya for new tourism markets?

North America and South America

Middle East and Europe

Asia and Africa

Australia and Antarctica