1 The tourism industry
The tourism industry is very important to economic growth.
Employ large numbers of people
Create jobs for local people
Contribute to the local economy
Is an important source of government tax revenue
Hotels and restaurants
Museums and art galleries
The local hospitality industry
Contrast:
Put pressure on local resources
Put pressure on the local infrastructure
Increase greenhouse gas emissions
2 (Tourists) spend money on local goods and services
They try to persuade more companies to sell their goods and services overseas.
Buy souvenirs
Food and entertainment
Accommodation and transport
3 Festivals and ceremonies
Are over-commercialized
The living is easy and things are not over-commercialized for tourists.
Attract more tourists
(Local residents) change their customs and traditions
Meet tourists' expectations
Threaten the local customs and traditions
4 Tourist attractions
Historical attractions
Cultural attractions
Natural attractions
Make new friends
Expand their minds
Experience different cultures and customs
Gain first-hand experience of other cultures
Get away from the stress of daily life
(Trip/ travel/ tour) is a multi-sensory experience
5 International tourists
Foreign tourists / tourists from overseas
Their destinations
Film inspire many tourists in selecting their destinations.
Local residents/ local people
Interact with the local people
Local communities
The host country
6 Arranged tour
Travel with a tour group
Stay in international hotels
Only gain a superficial understanding of the local culture
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Travel on their own
(Tourists) create their own itinerary
Guide books
Travel shows
Travel websites
Learn about their destinations online
Hotels with local character
Explore the local culture
Can better appreciate the local culture
Interact with the local people
Learn more about their culture
7 Appreciate the local way of life
Visit local attractions
Enjoy the local cuisine and entertainment
the local cuisine
Show respect to the local culture
Respect local customs and etiquette
Behave respectfully in sacred places
(Local people) are friendly and welcoming
Build understanding and trust
Contrast:
Are disrespectful to the local culture
Cause tensions and conflicts
8 Travel for pleasure
Sightseeing tour
Travel for business
Family trips
Are good family-bonding activities
9 Promote ecotourism
Responsible tourists
Nature lovers
Do not buy local products made from endangered animals
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Create waste and pollution
Damage the local ecosystem
Damage natural habitats
