How does young people staying in their area improve life for everyone?
Care of elderly, more vibrant areas, local taxes and increased local spending,preservation of culture.
What does 'decentralisation' mean? How is it an economic benefit of tourism.
It means a redistribution of wealth from an urban to rural area. It means rural areas don't just rely on the usual small number of industries such as agricultur
How can tourism help with preserving culture? Give 2 examples
It leads to increased interest and pride in local culture, preservation of heritage sites and keeps traditions alive.
What does domestic spending mean? Give an example
It means the local population spending money they make from tourism and circulating it back into the economy in non tourism related industries
In 2023, what amount of people were employed in tourism?
250,000
200,000
700,000
300,000
Name 3 Economic Benefits of Tourism
Employment/Revenue to councils/Indirect investment/Decentralisation/Domestic Spending
A social benefit of tourism is the increase in facilities for an area- give 5 examples
Restaurants/ accommodation/ shops/transport links/ upkeep of area/signage/ cultural events. Greenways a good example
What is indirect investment? Give 3 examples
Investment by public & private enterprise in an area. Improved roads and transport links, facilities such as restaurants, public toilets, signage, upkeep of are
What percent of GDP comes from tourism?
4%
6%
2%
5%