Tourism and Environmental Notes

Flashcards covering key topics of tourism, ecology, and industries as discussed in the lecture notes.

What is tourism?

Tourism is travel for leisure or business purposes.

What are the two types of tourism mentioned in the notes?

Leisure and business tourism.

What is Commercial fishing?

Fishing for profit and commercial purposes.

What is Subsistence fishing?

Fishing for personal use to meet basic needs.

What is Sports fishing?

Fishing done for recreation and enjoyment.

What are the main fish species mentioned?

Species found near the Little Bahama Bank.

Which island is specifically noted in the lecture?

The island referenced is likely related to fishing activities.

What are the characteristics of sports fishing?

Sports fishing often involves using boats and fishing rods.

What are the characteristics of commercial fishing?

Commercial fishing trips usually last several hours and fish are stored in large refrigerators.

What are the problems affecting fishing?

Pollution, poaching, and over-fishing are significant issues.

What is poaching?

Illegal fishing in restricted waters.

What is over-fishing?

Catching fish at rates faster than they can reproduce.

What are the sources of water pollution mentioned?

Oil spills from boats and waste disposal.

How has the government contributed to fishing sustainability?

By imposing closed seasons to protect fish stocks.

What is a natural attraction?

Elements in the natural environment that attract tourists.

What is a historical attraction?

Places or monuments that play a significant role in the country's past.

What is a man-made attraction?

Attractions created by humans to draw tourists.

What is a cultural attraction?

Unique practices, celebrations, and festivals of a country.

What are some examples of jobs in tourism?

Jobs include maids, bellmen, lifeguards, bartenders, chefs, and tour guides.

Who is known as the Father of Tourism?

Sir Stafford Sands.

Who is the current Minister of Tourism?

Hon. Vincent Vanderpool Wallace.

What is ecotourism?

Tourism focused on the natural environment.

Why is ecotourism important?

It benefits the local economy by attracting tourists to remote areas.

What are examples of eco-tourist activities?

Bird watching, skiing, mountain climbing, and deep sea diving.

What are the three divisions of industries?

Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary industries.

What is a Primary Industry?

Industries that directly deal with the extraction of natural resources.

What is another name for tertiary industry?

Service Industry.

What does Tertiary Industry mean?

Industries providing services without direct use of raw resources.

What is meant by Secondary Industry?

Industries that process raw materials into more valuable products.

What is another name for Secondary Industry?

Manufacturing.

Name two tertiary industries.

Tourism and Banking.

What is a renewable resource?

A resource that can be replenished easily.

What are non-renewable resources?

Resources that cannot be replaced once exhausted.

What are human resources?

The knowledge and skills possessed by people.

What is weather?

The day-to-day state of the atmosphere.

What are the elements of weather?

Temperature, sunshine, wind speed, humidity, and air pressure.

What instruments are used to measure weather elements?

Anemometers, hydrometers, barometers, and sunshine recorders.

What is climate?

The average weather conditions in a region over a long period.

What areas are affected by climate?

Regions defined by their latitudinal zones and temperature.

Why is it important to study weather?

To understand conditions for agriculture and safety during weather events.