The aim of this assignment is to evaluate the different types of tourism impact and to analyse any potential damage caused by tourism activity. Furthermore the aim is to analyse the principles of sustainability and to evaluate any possible alternative approaches to tourism growth and development as well as to analyse the procedures involved in the tourism planning process and to evaluate the responsibilities of the tourism industry.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Background Information / Current Tourism Situation
3. Impacts and Concerns
3.1 Environmental Impacts
3.1.1 Carrying Capacity
3.2 Economical Impacts
3.3 Socio-cultural Impacts
4. Tourism Responsibilities
5. Tourism Planning
6. Principles of Sustainability and Alternative Approaches to Tourism Growth
6.1 Sustainability
6.2 Ecotourism
7. Conclusion
7.1 Personal Opinion
Objectives and Research Themes
This assignment evaluates the various impacts of tourism in Egypt, including potential environmental, economic, and socio-cultural damage. It further analyzes the principles of sustainability, evaluates alternative approaches to tourism growth, reviews the Egyptian tourism planning process, and assesses the responsibilities of the tourism industry.
- Evaluation of tourism-induced impacts on the Egyptian environment and society.
- Analysis of economic factors, including the multiplier effect and leakages.
- Examination of the tourism planning process and the role of stakeholders.
- Investigation into sustainable tourism principles and ecotourism approaches.
- Assessment of the Egyptian tourism industry's responsibilities and development strategies.
Excerpt from the Book
3.1 Environmental
Gunn (2002, p. 106) identified four principal factors that influence the intensity of environmental impacts:
1. Frequency of use;
2. Type or use and behaviour of users;
3. Season of use;
4. Environmental characteristics and conditions of the area.
Cooper (1997, p.4) says that tourism as an industry creates both: negative and positive impacts:
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Outlines the author's motivation for choosing Egypt and defines the assignment's aim to evaluate tourism impacts and planning procedures.
2. Background Information / Current Tourism Situation: Discusses the primary markets for Egyptian tourism and utilizes Butler's Tourism Area Life Cycle to assess Egypt's development stage.
3. Impacts and Concerns: Examines environmental, economic, and socio-cultural effects of tourism, including concepts like carrying capacity and the multiplier effect.
4. Tourism Responsibilities: Addresses the ethical obligations of the tourism industry to prevent overusage and collaborate with local communities for sustainable development.
5. Tourism Planning: Details the multidisciplinary nature of tourism planning and the stages involved in identifying and achieving development objectives.
6. Principles of Sustainability and Alternative Approaches to Tourism Growth: Explores the definition of sustainable tourism and the characteristics of ecotourism as a management approach.
7. Conclusion: Summarizes the complexity of tourism planning and provides the author's final perspective on Egypt's tourism development prospects.
Keywords
Egypt, Tourism Management, Sustainability, Ecotourism, Carrying Capacity, Tourism Planning, Socio-cultural Impacts, Economic Impacts, Multiplier Effect, Tourism Responsibilities, Tourism Development, Tourism Industry, Environmental Impacts, Infrastructure, Tourism Growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this assignment?
The work provides a comprehensive evaluation of the tourism industry in Egypt, focusing on its impacts, planning processes, and the necessity of sustainable development.
Which key thematic areas are addressed?
The main themes include environmental, economic, and socio-cultural impacts, the responsibilities of tourism stakeholders, and the application of sustainable and alternative tourism models.
What is the primary research goal?
The goal is to analyze the procedures involved in Egyptian tourism planning and to evaluate how the industry can balance growth with responsibility and environmental preservation.
Which scientific methods or frameworks are applied?
The paper utilizes established tourism frameworks such as Butler's Tourism Area Life Cycle, Doxey's Index of Tourist Irritation, and SWOT analysis to assess the Egyptian tourism environment.
What content is covered in the main body?
The main body covers the current status of Egyptian tourism, analyzes specific negative and positive impacts, discusses industrial responsibilities, and reviews national development plans until 2017.
How can this work be characterized by its keywords?
The work is characterized by terms related to sustainable development, strategic planning, economic contributions, and the management of tourist impacts within a developing destination.
What role does the "Carrying Capacity" play in Egypt's tourism strategy?
Carrying capacity is presented as a critical control measure to ensure that tourist numbers do not exceed the threshold that would cause unacceptable physical or social degradation.
How does the author view the future of Egyptian tourism amidst the global financial crisis?
The author suggests that despite the positive planning efforts, Egypt faces stiff international competition and must react proactively with special offers and increased promotion to mitigate the impact of the global crisis.
- Quote paper
- Sven Elmers (Author), 2009, Egypt - Impacts & Concerns, Sustainability & Ecotourism, Industry responsibilities, Tourism Planning, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/181276
