Types of Tourism Notes

Recreational Tourism

  • Recreational tourism is a popular type of tourism.
  • Recreational tourists travel for relaxation and enjoyment of attractions and activities.
  • Activities include relaxing on the beach, dining, shopping, and attending shows.

Historical Tourism

  • Historical tourists are interested in learning about past events by visiting relevant sites.
  • They visit buildings, view artifacts and monuments, and listen to local experts.
  • Examples of destinations include The Great Pyramid in Egypt, Stonehenge in England, and Machu Picchu in Peru.

Wilderness Tourism

  • Wilderness tourists enjoy visiting wild places like the Amazon, Antarctica, or the Himalayas.
  • They are attracted to remote lands, rugged landscapes, and challenging weather.
  • The appeal includes visiting places few others have and experiencing remote cultures, despite potential risks.

Ecotourism

  • Ecotourists travel to relatively undisturbed natural areas to learn in a socially responsible manner.
  • Ecotourists aim to minimize their impact and avoid environmental damage.
  • They may try to improve the wellbeing of the land and local communities.
  • Some ecotourism raises funds for conservation and benefits local communities.

Digital Tourism

  • Recreational Tourism
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    • How did we use technology to reconnect with this type of tourism during COVID-19? (Find examples)
  • Historical Tourism
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    • How do we use technology to understand this type of tourism?
    • How did we use technology to reconnect with this type of tourism during COVID-19? (Find examples)
  • Wilderness Tourism
    • How do we use technology for this type of tourism?
    • How do we use technology to understand this type of tourism?
    • How did we use technology to reconnect with this type of tourism during COVID-19? (Find examples)
  • Ecotourism
    • How do we use technology for this type of tourism?
    • How do we use technology to understand this type of tourism?
    • How did we use technology to reconnect with this type of tourism during COVID-19? (Find examples)