The growth of sustainable tourism: Practice Questions

• a.

  Social sustainability

• b.

  Ecological sustainability

• c.

  Economic sustainability

• d.

  Environmental sustainability

• a.

  Ensuring the long-term viability of the tourism industry as a source of national income.

• b.

  Prioritizing seasonal employment over permanent jobs for local residents.

• c.

  Encouraging the use of non-renewable resources to speed up infrastructural development.

• d.

  Maximizing short-term leakages to ensure international airlines remain profitable.

• a.To ensure that mass tourism is the only form of tourism permitted within their borders.
• b.To protect national assets for future generations while maintaining the long-term competitiveness and reputation of the destination.
• c.To discourage all forms of foreign investment in the local transport infrastructure.
• d.To focus purely on short-term economic gains regardless of the impact on natural landscapes.

• a.Ensuring the long-term financial viability of the industry while providing benefits to local communities.
• b.Preserving local traditions and protecting cultural heritage sites.
• c.Minimizing the depletion of natural resources and protecting ecosystems.
• d.Increasing the volume of mass tourism to maximize short-term profits.

• a.

  It encourages the growth of independent travel and niche sustainable choices

• b.

  It reduces the need for internet access when booking travel

• c.

  It eliminates the possibility of choosing eco-friendly accommodation

• d.

  It mandates that all tourists use government-approved tour operators

Write your answer out first, then check it against the worked solution.

Write your answer out first, then check it against the worked solution.

Write your answer out first, then check it against the worked solution.

Write your answer out first, then check it against the worked solution.

Write your answer out first, then check it against the worked solution.