Year 4 Geography: Tourism

Flashcards covering key concepts from Year 4 Geography lecture on tourism trends and factors influencing global and domestic tourism.

Global Tourism

The international movement of people to countries or places outside their usual environment for leisure, business, or other purposes.

Domestic Tourism

Tourism where residents of a country travel within the country, often affordable and accessible.

Mass Tourism

Travel involving large numbers of tourists visiting the same destination, typically through tour packages.

Niche Tourism

Special interest tourism that caters to individuals or small groups based on specific interests or activities.

Ecotourism

Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.

Long-Haul Tourism

Travel to destinations that are far from the traveler's home country, typically requiring flights longer than 5 hours.

Short-Haul Tourism

Travel to destinations that are relatively close to the traveler's home country, usually reachable within 5 hours.

Disposable Income

The amount of income left after taxes, available for spending and saving.

Leisure Time

Time free from work duties, often used for travel or relaxation.

Infrastructure

The fundamental facilities and systems serving a country, including transportation, communication, and services necessary for tourism.