Tourism is ever growing industry. What benefits do you think | Learn English

Tourism is ever growing industry. What benefits do you think tourism brings to individuals and society?

Advantages

• It brings in money. This is probably the main advantage of tourism and the reason why it has been promoted so much in recent years in developing countries especially. Whether in developing or developed countries, the income generated can make up a significant proportion of the national income.
• It provides jobs for the locals. Hotels, bars, transport, shops, and restaurants all need staffing. Tourism can provide much-needed employment for people.
• It raises the profile of the place generally. Tourism gives the locality a chance to show itself off and raise its profile in the world.
• It can provide a incentive for investment in infrastructure such as roads and rail networks, as well as funding local medical and education facilities.
• It can provide economic incentives for a place to preserve, regenerate, and provide upkeep in their urban and wildlife areas.
• Visitors promote international links, which can provide more business and cultural connections in the medium to long term.

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