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WHERE ON EARTH?

7 WONDER OF THE
WORLD
A World Heritage Site
"cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be
of outstanding value to humanity"

Site No. 156: Serengeti National Site No. 1, the Galápagos


Park, an example of a natural Islands, had its boundaries
heritage site extended in 2001 and 2003, and
was included on the danger list
from 2007 to 2010.
ISSUES RELATED TO TOURISM
ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

Boost Economy Pollution


-provide job opportunities / business/ - traffic, garbage, crowd
hospitality industry.

Improve Infrastructures - decline in traditional employment

Rebuilding or Restoring of historic sites and - loss of local identity


revitalization of cultures
The alternative: Eco-tourism

responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment, sustains


the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education
Ways to be an Ecotourist
1. Plan to visit locations where there will not be so many other
tourists, or plan your trip during the low season
2. Book your stay at a local, eco friendly accommodation
3. Use public transportation
4. Visit nature preservation areas with rangers
5. Be aware of your rubbish
6. Practice a ‘Hands-off’ approach to wildlife and plant-life
7. Use ocean-friendly sun products
8. Eat local food with local ingredients
9. Purchase locally made souvenirs

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