Ilustre, Lean Karl Q.
02/06/2024
BSTM2A
CASE STUDY #2: ECOTOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN BOHOL
1. Identify different inputs, outputs, outcomes, and impacts and its relevance mentioned
in the case.
- In the case study, infrastructure like roads, airports, and lodgings, as well as natural
resources like beautiful beaches, limestone hills, and a variety of flora and fauna, are inputs
for the development of ecotourism in Bohol. Outputs include tourist destinations such as the
Chocolate Hills, places to see tarsiers, and cultural heritage sites. Outcomes include
increased tourist arrivals and economic growth, evidenced by an 18% rise in tourist numbers
in the first quarter of 2008. The impacts covered
a wide spectrum, from favorable
socioeconomic outcomes like the creation of jobs and income to potential unfavorable
environmental outcomes like pollution and habitat damage due to unplanned development.
The relevance lies in balancing the exploitation of tourism potentials for economic benefit
while ensuring the conservation and sustainability of natural resources.
2. What do you think are the socio-economic and environmental impacts brought in the
case study?
- The socio-economic impacts in the case study include job creation and income generation
for locals through employment in tourism-related businesses such as accommodations,
restaurants, and tour guiding. This can lead to poverty reduction and improved living
standards for communities involved in ecotourism. However, there are also concerns about
uneven distribution of benefits, as some towns remain poor and undeveloped despite the
overall growth in tourism. Environmental impacts include habitat destruction and
disturbance of wildlife habitats due to unplanned development, such as the case of fireflies'
habitat destruction in Loboc. Additionally, there are concerns about the degradation of
water resources and coastal ecosystems due to pollution from tourism activities.