Tourism Concepts and Impacts

The video tutorial explores tourism in the Caribbean, starting with an introduction and objectives. It defines tourism and tourism products, and discusses various types of tourism such as domestic, pleasure, business, sports, and ecotourism. The development of tourism in Jamaica is highlighted, along with factors that attract tourists to the Caribbean, including geography, culture, and political stability. The tutorial also examines the economic and environmental impacts of tourism, and concludes with a recap of key points.

What is the primary purpose of tourism as defined in the tutorial?

• To permanently relocate to a new country

• To engage in international trade

• To travel for leisure, business, or other purposes for up to one year

• To explore new cultures for more than a year

Which of the following is NOT considered a tourism product?

• Hotel accommodations

• Local cuisine

• Public transportation

• Personal travel insurance

What type of tourism involves traveling within one's own country?

• Business tourism

• Ecotourism

• International tourism

• Domestic tourism

Which type of tourism is focused on attending meetings and conferences?

• Pleasure tourism

• Sports tourism

• Ecotourism

• Business tourism

What is the main goal of ecotourism?

• To develop urban areas

• To conserve the environment and educate travelers

• To promote luxury travel

• To increase international trade

Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing tourism development in the Caribbean?

• Cultural diversity

• Geography

• Technological advancement

• Political stability

What is a key benefit of tourism for the Caribbean economy?

• Increased unemployment

• Decreased foreign exchange earnings

• Direct and indirect employment opportunities

• Reduction in cultural exchange

How does tourism impact the socio-cultural environment of the Caribbean?

• It leads to cultural isolation

• It discourages international visitors

• It provides opportunities for cultural exchange and acculturation

• It reduces the diversity of local cultures

What environmental issue is associated with tourism development?

• Improved air quality

• Increased biodiversity

• Reduction in noise pollution

• Depletion of local resources

What was the final section of the tutorial focused on?

• Introducing new tourism destinations

• Recapping the key points discussed

• Discussing new tourism policies

• Highlighting future tourism trends