Urban Tourism
Whats a city known for hosting major global events?
London, Tokyo, Paris, or Rio de Janeiro
Give an example of a global sport event
The Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup
What is the difference between leisure and recreation?
Leisure is free time outside work and duties. Recreation is what you do during leisure for ex sports and hobbies
What is mass tourism?
large numbers of tourists visiting the same destination for ex disneyworld
What is sustainable tourism?
Tourism that protects the environment, respects culture, and benefits locals
Name one benefit of tourism in cities
Economic growth, more jobs, improved infrastructure
How can hosting a sport event benefit a city's economy?
increases tourism, creates jobs, boosts spending in local businesses
Define participation rate in leisure activities
The percentage of a population that takes part in a leisure or sport activity
What is niche tourism? give ex
Tourism focused on specific interests like food, history, or wildlife ex bird watching
Whats a global commons in relation to tourism?
Shared global resources like oceans, Antarctica, or the atmosphere that must be protected
What are two negative effects of tourism in cities?
Overcrowding, pollution, rising housing prices
What does "legacy" mean in the context of a mega-event?
long term benefits/impacts after the event, like infrastructure or improved image
Name 2 social or cultural factors that influence recreation
Religion, income level, gender roles, cultural traditions
How is adventure tourism different from heritage tourism?
Adventure tourism involves risky or outdoor activities and heritage tourism focuses on culture and history.
Name a tourism management strategy used in a national park
Limiting visitors, using shuttle buses, zoning, or visitor education programs
Why is over tourism a growing problem in historic urban centres?
Because fragile infrastructure and limited space can't handle high volumes of tourists, leading to environmental and cultural degradation.
What is one environmental concern related to sport events?
Pollution, increased waste, carbon emissions from travel, habitat destruction
How has recreation changed over the past 50 years?
More access due to technology, urban parks, gyms and increased female and youth participation, online gaming
What is ecotourism and why is it considered sustainable?
Responsible travel to natural areas, preserving the environment and benefiting locals, ex local tours
What ethical concerns arise with transnational tourism corporations?
Profits may leave the country, low pay for workers, and cultural exploitation
Name one urban tourism strategy that balances economic growth and sustainability
Promoting low season travel, limiting cruise ship arrivals, or spreading visitors across less popular neighborhoods
How can a TNC influence sport events. explain
TNCs sponsor events, shape branding and media, and can influence the location or scale of events ex Nike
Explain how economic development affects access to leisure
Richer nations have more infrastructure, time, and disposable income for recreation. Poorer nations lack resources
What does SIDS stand for
Small Island Developing States
create a cost/benefit analysis for building a ski resort
Costs: Deforestation, water use, pollution. Benefits: Jobs, local income, tourist spending.