Activity #1 Download a copy of the Tourism Act of 2009 (Republic Act 9593). What kinds of tourism Impacts may be expected based on the development paradigm and the key strategies identified in the Act? Development of tourism can make both positive and negative impacts. Development and management of tourism in a way that can be compatible with the environment and not damage it, is an important factor in achieving sustainable development. In order to understand the effects of tourism on the environment, tourism planning in terms of the environment is important. These are the positive impacts of Tourism Act 2009 or known as RA 9593: • Promoting the environmental culture in the tourist and cultural approach. • The acquisition of foreign currency and an increase in gross national income and the expansion of accommodation, catering. • Providing employment issues such as the production and sale of goods, transport and services. • Development of the integration of tourism activities. Helping to justify and pay for the preservation of important natural areas and wildlife, including marine environment, national and regional parks. • Helping to justify and pay for the preservation of archaeological and historical areas as tourist attractions. • Helping to improve the environmental quality of the area. Because tourists are interested in visiting nice, clean and pollution-free areas. • Increasing awareness of the local environment. Beside the positive consequences, no doubt the negative environmental effects of tourism are also realized. The negative effects may include: • The destruction of the natural environment of the woodlands and meadow through hiking. • Forest fires and destruction of plants. • Scattering of waste in coastal waters, lakes, rivers, fountains, parks and open spaces. • The occurrence of excessive construction in the vicinity of tourist centers. • An increase in noise pollution and air pollution caused by vehicle traffic and bustle of people. • The destruction of wildlife and plant species Although there are negative impact, but the most important is we must conserve and preserve the natural and human made destination as much as we control and prevent the destruction of our environment and eco-tourism's masterpiece. Activity # 2 Research on the characteristics of baby boomers, generation Y, Generation X and the Millennials. How do such characteristics influence the kind of impacts they exert on destinations and the impacts they are likely to experience themselves? The characteristics of BABY BOOMERS are: Baby Boomers have a Budget for Travel Willing to Go the Extra Mile Staying Faithful to Hospitality Tradition A Desire to Disconnect Baby Boomers Crave Authenticity Looking for Luxury A Call for User-Friendly Technology Don 't Neglect the Mobile Experience Baby Boomers knows where they going. The baby boomer generation begins to retire and pursue travel or other luxuries, their impact on the travel industry should provide a steady stream of income for the next few decades. While it is true that not all Baby Boomers are retired, many are. After oftentimes spending an entire lifetime working, raising a family, etc., bigger, more involved trips are on the horizon! Baby Boomer travel differs from other traveling demographics in a financial way. This is a demographic who has the money and time to spend and they’re willing to spend both. Boomers come from a more hands-on, people-oriented, learn-through-experiencing era. Unlike their younger counterparts, they have a bit more drive to get out there and do & experience things, rather than viewing them through the lens of an Instagram filter or Facebook feed. The Characteristics of GENERATION X (Gen Xers) are: They have money to spend on trips Take shorter trips They love family travel Their travel is motivated by relaxation Seeks out child-friendly destinations Celebration trips are big Values experiences Cares about hotel convenience, price and quality Value their travel advisors Gen X are family-oriented and more likely than other generations to use reviews and informative content from brands while researching and booking a trip. While less Gen X travellers say that budget is a primary factor than younger generations, they still prioritise deals and look for value. Feeling like they’re getting the most bang for their buck may be key to converting Gen X travellers, so marketers should consider highlighting value-driven messaging and informative reviews to influence this generation during the purchase journey. The Characteristics of MILLENNIALS (GENERATION Y) are: Very Tech Savy Refers Flexibility Ambitious and Results Oriented Team Players Crave attention Not afraid of challenging the Status Quo ( Cares about giving back to the community Serial Multi-taskers Wrapping up Millennials travel more frequently than other generations and while nearly 90 per cent say they look for the best deals, they have a broad range of interests, focusing on exploring the outdoors, cultural experiences, family play trips and romantic getaways. Travel marketers can highlight local culture, experiences and cuisine, as well as discounts and deals, when targeting Millennials. Activity # 3 Look around you choose one tourism destination in your locality or place of residence. Compare your observation to the list of sustainable development indicators. Is the development at the park sustainable? Binurong Point This is not in Batanes, and definitely not in New Zealand. Catanduanes has its own unique aura. With its aesthetic rolling green hills, complimented by the warm sun and the feel of fresh air from the sea, you can’t help yourself but be awed by its beauty. My heart really skipped a thousand beats! I am overviewing its beauty and a successful non-human made attraction. Its sustainable lead to the growing and developments of their local. More tourist are getting involve in this one of the precious destination when it is a covid-free. This destination gives more economic progression in the tourism industry of Catanduanes.
