Economies and Tourism By: Holli Howard 2010
Economy and Tourism…How? Infrastructures Employment Social and Cultural Impact Environmental Impact
Infrastructure Physical component of a destination Hotel Restaurant Roadways Transportation People’s desire to travel and explore stimulates the development of these infrastructures
Employment When infrastructures are built, people must work to sustain them. All communities need waitresses, hotel managers, chefs, travel agents, arena directors etc.
Social and Cultural Impact Traveling to new places means bringing one’s own personal beliefs (dress, eat, etc.). Tourist want to experience authentic culture when they travel. When people buy souvenirs this also helps to revive the culture.
Environmental Impact Water Resources Land and Air Resources Waste Disposal Noise Pollution Visual Pollution “Eco-Friendly”- Tourism