Tourists as Targets of Criminal Activity Target: Tourists Tourists as Targets of Criminal Activity

Learning Goals Describe the ways in which tourists are targeted by criminals and criminal organizations Explain why tourists are targeted by criminals Using examples from the real world, describe how crime impacts the image of a city and it’s tourism industry Describe ways to prevent crime against tourists

Crime, Crime, Crime What types of crime affect tourists? Spot the Easy Targets… I’m Loosely wearing my backpack, please don’t rob me… What types of crime affect tourists? Theft Counterfeiting Assault Rape Abduction/Kidnapping Why target tourists? Easy to spot (dress, behaviour) Lack of knowledge Lack of awareness/attention Usually carrying money/valuables I’m Looking for directions/lost…

Crime Makes Tourists Sad What are the impacts of crime against tourists? Reputation as an unsafe destination Reduced tourism business Economic leakage Have you or someone you know ever been a target for crime while on tour?

Crime Against Tourists Case Studies The readingS: - Macau, China (pg 300-303) - Florida, USA (pg 304-307) Answer the “Check In” questions at the end of your section Share and discuss what you have learned with your partner tourism

Checking In… Macau What was the cause of violence in Macau? How did the violence affect tourism? What actions were taken to deal with the problem? What are the motivators and barriers for Macau’s tourism industry?

Checking In… Florida How does Florida deal with crime targeting tourists? What are some other ideas for dealing with this problem? Why should tourists go to Florida? Why shouldn’t tourists go to Florida?

Learning Goals Describe the ways in which tourists are targeted by criminals and criminal organizations Explain why tourists are targeted by criminals Using examples from the real world, describe how crime impacts the image of a city and it’s tourism industry Describe ways to prevent crime against tourists