Global factors that
affect the tourism
industry in the region
Global factors that affect the tourism
industry in the region
(a)
cost of travel
(b)
ease of making reservations
(c)
natural resources
(d)
travel advisories (crime and violence)
(e)
(f)
(g)
natural disasters
visa restrictions
terrorism
Cost of travel
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Certain islands are cheaper to travel to as well as have a variety of places you can
stay uring your visit. More hotels and access to Air BnB gives visitors a variety of
options and they can choose one that suits their budget.

Also families need to budget for clothing and food and some islands are more
expensive than others

The time of year also affects cost as it is more expensive to travel during the
winter months. Why?

Research the difference between booking a hotel on Booking.com for St Lucia vs
Jamaica. Which has more options and more expensive hotels. How many option
are their for Air BNB in Barbados. What is the cheapest. What is the most
expensive?
Ease of making reservations

If you can make reservations online.
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How soon are you required to make a deposit

How long will the room be held without a deposit
natural resources
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Beautiful Beaches
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Site seeing etc

Research St Lucia, Jamaica and Barbados. Which country has the most natural
resources that person would enjoy experiencing. Name four.
Crime and violence

Islands with a high crime rate will deter tourist.

Research which Caribbean island has the highest and lowest crime rate for
2019
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Travel.State.Gov > Travel Advisories
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Choose any other five Caribbean countries and state their rating.
Natural disasters
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvAQW2ogE7Y
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How has this natural disaster affected the islands. No less than 20 words