Topic 1.1 Tourism

Tourist

A person traveling outside their usual environment, either domestically or internationally, for leisure, business, or other purposes.

Generating Region

The region that generates or sends tourists to other regions.

Destination Region

The region that receives tourists and hosts tourism activities.

Transit Route

A travel route connecting origin and destination, often via intermediate locations, influencing travel volume and direction.

Travel Flow

The pattern of movement of tourists between generating and destination regions, affected by route options, cost, and convenience.

Interconnected

A characteristic that shows how generating region, destination region, and transit routes affect and are affected by one another.

Direct Flight

A flight from origin to destination without intermediate stops, often preferred for convenience.

Positive Economic Impact

Beneficial economic effects of tourism, such as increased revenue and jobs, when managed well.

Negative Environmental Impact

Detrimental effects of tourism on the environment, such as waste, pollution, and degradation.

Push Factors

Conditions that drive people to leave their generating region to seek travel elsewhere.

Pull Factors

Qualities of a destination that attract tourists to travel there.

Lack of Recreational & Entertainment Options

A factor that can push tourists away if destinations lack leisure options.

Conditions at a destination that can deter visitors and reduce satisfaction.

Unpleasant Living Environments (Overcrowding, Pollution)

Special Events

Activities or happenings at a destination that attract visitors.

Places of Scenic Beauty

Natural or man-made sights that draw tourists due to their beauty.

Attractions, Facilities, Amenities

Sights, services, and conveniences that provide positive experiences for visitors.

ESE (Environmental, Social, Economic) Impacts

The combined environmental, social, and economic effects of tourism on nature, communities, and the economy.

Local Communities

Residents in destination areas who are affected by tourism activities.

Mutual Dependence

The interdependent relationship among tourists, businesses, and organizations in generating and destination regions.

New Attraction Opening

The introduction of a new tourist attraction that can attract visitors and boost revenue.

Returning Tourists

Tourists who revisit a destination based on positive experiences and word-of-mouth.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Emissions from tourism-related activities that contribute to climate change.

8% of Global Emissions

A statistic noting that tourism contributes about 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Economic Downturn in Generating Region

A decline in income or economic activity in the generating region, reducing travel demand.

Transit Route Revenue

Revenue changes resulting from shifts in tourist traffic through transit routes.

Change in Nature

Environmental changes caused by tourism activities.