Tourism has the ability, according to the UNWTO to promote economic growth in developing countries, but without doubt there are several case studies globally where tourism has had significant negative social, economic and environmental impacts
Case Study: Bali, Indonesia
The island of Bali in Indonesia is synonymous with tropical tourism. It is a hotspot for Australian travellers given its geographic proximity, affordability and range of accomodation, entertainment and activity options.
Read the following article and note down both the positive and negative impacts of tourism in Bali. Categorise these into social, environmental and economic impacts.
Article: Positive and Negative Impacts of Tourism to Bali
Complete the 4c’s activity while watching the following video ‘The Battle for Bali’ and note down in your workbooks the various impacts of tourism covered.
Although it may not exhibit exemplary production qualities, here is a great video looking at some issues from the ‘Travelling Professor’.
Sustainable Tourism
Although it is simple to identify the negative impacts of tourism, we must also remember that there can also be positive impacts. As part of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals 2030, tourism, particularly sustainable tourism makes the list as one of the 17 goals with various target areas. Note down the definition and criteria of sustainable tourism as outlined here.
Sustainable Tourism Case Study: Rotorua
Articles:
The Great Tourism Squeeze: Rotorua celebrating New Zealand’s unprecedented tourism boom
Rotorua Economy Growing From Strength to Strength
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