MACRO PERSPECTIVE

''THE IMPACTS OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY''

Types of Tourism Impacts Negative Social Impacts of Tourism

1. Social Change
 ECOMIC IMPACTS
2. Globalization and Distruction of preservation of Heritage .
 SOCIO- CULTURAL IMPACTS
 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 3. Loss of Authenticity
4. Standardization and Commercialisation
THE IMPACT OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY 5. Culture Clashes
6. Tourist Host – Relationship
Tourism can generate positive or negative impacts under
three main categories: economic, social, and environmental. Impacts of Tourism and hospitality on Culture
These impacts are analyzed using data gathered by Most of the common positive impacts of Tourism on culture
businesses, governments, and industry organizations. includes increasingly cross cultural interactions, understanding,
maintaining and keeping local culture ,arts ,and traditions,
Economic effects of tourism include improved tax empowering host communities ,and strengthening culture values.
revenue and personal income, increased standards of The culture creates the environment in the organization and
living, and more employment opportunities. influences the nature of the long term plans that moves the vision
towards it's vision . Culture also dictates the policies and processes
Sociocultural impacts are associated with interactions that enable the the organization to live it's mission everyday .
between people with differing cultural backgrounds, Without culture ,tourism destinations would not have a reason for
attitudes and behaviors, and relationships to material visitors to visit Without tourism culture organizations would not
goods. have a constant flow of visitors. They rely on each other and can
benefit greatly from working together
Environmental impacts can have both direct effects including
degradation of habitat, vegetation, air quality, bodies of water, the
water table, wildlife, and changes in natural phenomena, and Cultural Tourism - is the largest - growing global tourism markets.
indirect effects, such as increased harvesting of natural resources to Culture and creative industries are increasingly used to promote
supply food, indirect air and water pollution. destinations and enhance their competitiveness and attractiveness .

- the impact of culture on tourism examining the growing

Positive and negative economic impacts of tourism
relationship between tourism and culture ,and the way in which they
There are both positive and negative effects on communities related have together become major diverse of destination attractiveness
to the economic impacts of tourism in their communities. and competitiveness.

A positive impact can refer to the increase in jobs, a higher quality Social and Cultural Impacts
of life for locals, and an increase in wealth of an area. Tourism also
has the advantage of rebuilding and restoring historic sites and Development opportunities and jobs for local business
encouraging the revitalization of cultures. Tax revenue that can be used for development of local
communities - different according to the country's tax system
The tourist destination enjoys positive impacts, if there have been
Increased use of the public services e.g. water or medical
improvements to the natural environment such as protection,
treatment - bring increased costs for local authorities and longer
national parks, or man-made infrastructure, waste-treatment plants.
waiting times for local
Tourism provides the economic stimulus to allow for diversification
Increased demand for and maintenance of public utilities
of employment and income potential, and develop resources within - beaches, local transport etc.
the community. Greater business, pleasure and recreation offer
- brings increased opportunities to meet and socialise
Negative impacts are the effects, that are caused in most cases, at
Cultural exchange - tourist often want to meet local as part of the
the tourist destination site with detrimental impacts to the social tourist experience
and cultural area, as well as the natural environment. As the Overcrowding - on streets, in square, car parks, traffic, shops,
population increases so do the impacts, resources become restaurants etc.
unsustainable and exhausted, the carrying capacity for tourists in a
destination site may become depleted. Higher noise levels - tourist often socialise late into the night which
can be experienced as disturbing/refreshing
SOCIAL IMPACTS OF TOURISM Pride and image - tourist choosing your hometown can make you
feel proud of your areas
Tourism - is not exclusively an economic phenomenon It is also Increased alcohol and drug use, crime, prostitution
involves social, cultural, political and environmental aspects. Littering
Social Impacts of Tourism - is a vital to ensuring the sustainability Exploitation of attractive landscape - building and tourist
management of Tourism industry. There are positive and negative activities in scenic areas
impacts of Tourism. Increased price for accommodation, goods and services
Reduced number of local residents - changes the structure of
Social Impacts: positive society and with that local traditions in the long run
Social and moral values are changed
1. Preserving local culture Relationships between locals are changed - conflicts between those
2. Strengthening Communities who are for or againts tourism development
3. Provision of Social Services Urbanisation - changes the area's character and inhabitants' quality
of life.
4. Commercialisation of culture and Arts
5. Revitalisation of culture and Arts ''TOURISM'S THREE MAIN IMPACTS AREAS''
6. Preservation of Heritage DEPLETION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
POLLUTION
PHYSICAL IMPACTS
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SAFETY AND SECURITY IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

WATER RESOURES Whether travelling for business or leisure, safety and security are
The tourism industry generally overuses water resources for hotels, the prime requisite (and concern) of every traveler. Safety – both
swimming pools, golf courses and personal use of water by tourist. within the hotel and outside it – cannot be undermined.
This can result in water shortages and degradation of water supplies,
as well as generating a greater volume of waste water.
Hence, it is extremely important for you to equip your property with
the latest safety and security standards. Any hotel that is unable to
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
do so is bound to be left behind.
 Golf Course maintenance can also deplete fresh water
resources.
 In recent year’s golf tourism has increased in popularity According to the study “Strategies for Safety and Security in
and the number of golf courses has grown rapidly. Tourism” of Leong Choon Chang (2001), says the safety and security
 Golf courses require enormous amount of water every day management should be maintained in a high level. The local
and this can result in water scarcity. government and the police force should collaborate to facilitate and
 Golf resorts are more and more often situated in or near promote cooperation in providing safety and security measures
protected areas or areas where resources are limited, among the tourists. For example, the police station near specific
exacerbating their impacts places may sign a charter pledging to tighten security in their
premises.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
THE IMPACT OF THE WORLD’S ECONOMY ON TOURISM IN
HOSPITALITY
LOCAL RESOURCES
Tourism leads to the creation of attractions, restaurants,
 Tourism can create great pressure on local resources like
entertainment, and better services in a community. It has positive
energy, food, and other raw materials that may already be
impact on other industries too agriculture, transport, and
in short supply.
manufacture. With positive effects on the local community,
 Greater extraction and transport of these resources
standards of living in local area can also rise.
exacerbates the physical impacts associated with
exploitation
LAND DEGRADATION MANAGING SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER
 Important land resources include fertile soil, forest,
wetlands and wildlife.
The main responsibilities of sustainable tourism include: Protecting
 Increased construction of tourism facilities has increased
the environment, natural resources, and wildlife. Providing socio-
the pressure on these resources and scenic landscape.
economic benefits for communities who live in tourist destinations.
Forests often suffer negative impacts of tourism in form of
It also strives to minimize negative social, economic and


deforestation caused by fuel wood collection and land

environmental impacts. According to its definition Responsible
clearing
Tourism is about making “better places for people to live in and
POLLUTION better places for people to visit”:
Tourism can cause the same forms of pollution as any other
industry:
EMERGING TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MARKETS
 Air emission
This report investigates the impact that emerging markets will have
 Noise on the hospitality industry, covering ten countries in detail.
 Solid waste and littering Emerging markets are changing the face of the hospitality industry,
 Release of sewage not only in terms of new places to visit and develop hotels, but also
 oil and chemicals as potential source markets of new guests. It is not only countries
 Even architectural/visual pollution such as Brazil, Russia, India and China (the BRICs) that are set to
bring about changes but also many other major but until now largely
PhysicalImpacts of tourism and development ignored countries.
 Construction activities and infrastructure development
 Deforestation and intensified or unsustainable use of land QUALITY TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY PRODUCTS AND
 Marina development EXPERIENCES
 Coral reefs Quality tourism experiences,” including its singular form, is a well
used phrase in tourism industry literature and traveler dialogues. Yet
Physicalimpacts from tourist activities definitions of a quality tourism experience remain elusive. Tourism
studies, recreation and marketing literature similarly resonate with
 Trampling
numerous applications of the phrase as well as its contributing
 Anchoring and other marine activities terms.
 Alternation of ecosystem by tourist activities
PARTNERSHIPS AND STRATEGIC ALLIENCES IN TOURISM AND
CURRENT TREND AND ISSUES IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY HOSPITALITY
INDUSTRY
Bright future of Tourism and Hospitality Partnership is usually defined as a voluntary collaborative agreement
between two or more parties in. which all participants agree to work
Early retirement: together to achieve a common purpose or undertake a specific task.
At present, Many workers retire at an earlier age than the case in
previous years. TOURISM POLICY AND STRATEGIC PLANNING
Longer Life Span Tourism policy and strategic planning refer to the process of
The average individual can now expect to live beyond the age of 70 developing policies and strategies that guide the development
and many will live longer.
and management of tourism activities within a particular
Shorter Workweek
destination. It involves identifying the needs and desires of
In the Past, the six-day workweek was the standard for most working
people
tourists, creating policies that promote sustainable tourism,
and implementing strategies that ensure the benefits of tourism
are shared among the local community.
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USING E-COMMERCE TOOLS IN TOURISM AND  AI and Automation

HOSPITALITY  Experiential Travel and Wellness
 Innovative Amenities
The use of e-commerce tools in tourism has become  Data Digitisation and Improved Payment
Systems
increasing important in recent years, as more and more
 A Blend of Business Travel and Travel for
travelers use the internet to plan their trips and book their Pleasure
accommodations. Studies have shown that over 50% of  Pop-up Hotels and Subscription Services
travelers in the United States use the Internet to plan their
travel and vacations, and this trend is growing globally. Global Impact Sustainablity Tourism and
Therefore, having a good website has become crucial for Hospitality
destinations to attract tourism traffic.
Sustainable tourism and hospitality is a concept that focuses on
TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY Education and minimizing the negative impact of the tourism industry on the
Training environment and local communities, while maximizing its positive
benefits. This approach to tourism is gaining popularity around the
Tourism education and training is the process of providing world as more and more people become aware of the need to
individuals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary protect the environment and support local economies.
to succeed in the tourism industry. This is an important issue
because the tourism industry is constantly evolving and The Benefits of Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality
requires individuals with the latest knowledge and skills to
succeed. Globalization and innovation will be outstanding Environmental benefits
features of tourism education and training in the future, as the By far, the most important thing about the benefits of this practice
industry becomes more globalized and new technologies comes from protecting the environment. But, this probably doesn’t
emerge. come as a surprise, the entire purpose of sustainable development is
to achieve a better and more sustainable future for humanity.
SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF
TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY Economic benefits
Aside from the environmental benefits of tourism, there’s also the
Sustainable Mangement fact that sustainable tourism also comes with economic benefits. It
will reduce poverty and at the same time it will bring in
Sustainable management of tourism and infrastructural development and financial improvements too.
hospitality means achieving quality growth in a
manner that does not deplete the natural and Cultural benefits
built environments and preserve the culture, Aside from that, sustainable tourism also comes with its fair share of
history, and the heritage of the local community. cultural benefits too. Tourism is created on the idea of exploration
Sustainable tourism and hospitality consist of the and human contact.
natural surroundings plus the built structures such as
lodging, museums, art galleries, and attractions. The Benefits of Sustainable Tourism and
Hospitality
Managing Sustainable 10 BENEFITS OF PRACTICING SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
Tourism and Hospitality
It is an aspiration to acknowledge all impacts of 1. It reduces costs, energy consumption and CO²
tourism, both positive and negative. It aims to emissions.
minimize the negative impacts and maximize the 2. It encourages small local activities.
positive ones. Negative impacts to a destination
3. It promotes both the culture and the products of the
include economic leakage, damage to the natural
environment. local area.
4. It raises awareness about the needs and issues in our
What are the Sustainable environment.
Development Goals? 5. It makes efficient use of our natural resources.
Sustainable Development Goals 6. It promotes the development of new businesses in the
tourism sector.
 The historic agreement among world leaders at the United 7. It economically revives rural areas in places where
Nations in 2015 on a universal 2030 Agenda for tourism takes place.
sustainable Development committed all countries to 8. Part of the benefits go towards building works of
pursue a set of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) public interest.
that would lead to a better future for all. 9. It respects the socio-cultural authenticity of the
communities.
 As the 17 SDGs and the corresponding 169 SDG targets
10. It improves the quality of life of the local population,
offer the world a new direction, tourism can and must play
both economically and socio-culturally.
a significant role in delivering sustainable solutions for
people, the planet, prosperity and peace.

What is UNDP's Role?

UNDP partners with people at all levels of society to help build
nations that can withstand crisis, and drive and sustain the kind of
growth that improves the quality of life for everyone

Current Trends in Sustainable Tourism and

Hospitality
As the current trends hold strong into 2023, we’ll get to experience
refreshing innovations in sustainability, tech and travel convenience.