08. Growth in tourism

Factors which influence tourist arrivals in a country:

• developments in technology

  • Better and affordable transport

  • Ease of access to information

• demand factors arising from the tourists,

  • Increase in disposable income

  • Increased availability of leisure time

  • Changing lifestyle

• destination factors from the place the tourists visit

  • Attractions - natural attractions and built attractions

  • Investment in infrastructure and services

  • Access to information

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Integrated resort expansion to create renewed visitor interest in Singapore, more jobs for local workers: Experts

4 April 2019

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/integrated-resort-expansion-to-create-renewed-visitor-interest-11412268

How will the investment in destination encourage growth of tourism?

What are the positive impacts of tourism?

Check out the news article below on the latest effort by the STB to boost tourism in Chinatown. How will this encourage tourist arrivals?

http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/historical-figures-come-to-life-at-chinatown-to-give-visitors-an-interactive-experience

When was the historical installation ready for use?

Where are the historical installations located?

Who are the historical installations meant for?

Why is there a need for the installations?

What are the possible impacts of the installations?

How can this encourage more visitors to Chinatown?

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How does budget airlines or e-services affect tourism?