Question

Describe positive and negative impacts of tourism by giving at least three points for each.

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Positive impacts:

1. Promotes national integration.
2. Adds to national GDP.
3. Development of international understanding about our culture and heritage.

Negative impacts :

1. Damage to the landscape: litter, erosion, fires, disturbance to livestock, vandalism.
2. Traffic congestion and pollution.
3. Local goods can become expensive because tourists will pay more. Shops stock products for tourists and not everyday goods needed by locals.