TPPD OVERVIEW (TOUR 07)

TOURISM IS BOTH A BLESSING AND A CURSE.

Erickson, 2023

Underdeveloped tourist destination or attraction may be due to ____

Lack of Planning

May result to damage or permanent alteration of the physical environment and historical/cultural landmarks, overcrowding and congestion, pollution and traffic problems.

Inadequate or Poor Planning

Is a complex process involving a multitude of stakeholders from a variety of sectors related to tourism industry.

Tourism Planning

• A place of interest that people visit for its cultural or natural value, historical significance, or beauty.

• Uniqueness (Attraction)

Tourist Attraction

• Accessibility

• A place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose

Facilities

• The ones who consumes the tourist products.

• The target market

Market/Visitors

• All natural, cultural and special features of an area which attracts tourists to visit the area.

Tourism attractions and facilities

• Hotels and other types of facilities

Accommodation

• Eating establishments, outlets for handicrafts and souvenir, tourist information offices, medical facilities, etc.

Other tourist facilities and services

• Access into the country or area, internal transport, and facilities related to all modes of transportation.

Transportation Facilities and Services

• Water supply, power and sewage systems, telecommunications as well as drainage systems.

Other Infrastructure

• Manpower planning and educational programs, training and development, public and private sectors investment policies and control of tourism impacts.

Institutional elements