World of Humanities

Tourism

Topic 1 - Tourism Activity

1.1 Tourism system | 1.2 Reasons that led to the growth of tourism | 1.3 Development of tourist destination regions over time | 1.4 Different personality characteristics of tourists

Greenland wants travellers – but not all at onceIt plans to invigorate the tourism industry, but worries that a sudden surge of visitors could strain its limited infrastructure. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Philippines' Davao City upgrading airport, tourism facilities in bid to draw more visitors, particularly from S'poreDAVAO CITY — Foreigners heading to the Philippines might think of Cebu or Boracay for their sandy beaches, or Manila for business, but another region in the archipelago is hoping to be the next big destination for travellers.

Singapore to pump $300 million into tourism as part of broader economic planThe $300 million will help develop new experiences and enhance existing attractions. Read more at straitstimes.com.

How would you describe the tourists that are currently making their way to Greenland?

How might the tourism industry evolve as the number of visitors increase?

Single female travellers a 'rich area of opportunity' for S'pore tourism: STB chiefSINGAPORE — The rising single female traveller demographic is a “rich area of opportunity" as Singapore looks to attract more visitors, Singapore Tourism Board (STB) chief executive Keith Tan told a conference on Wednesday (April 5).

👆🏻👆🏻Part of Singapore's efforts to rebrand itself to attract a select group of tourists

Mickey Mouse sails to Singapore: New Disney Cruise Line ship to make country its home port from 2025The exclusive partnership - Disney Cruise Line's debut in Southeast Asia - will last for at least five years.

Topic 2 - Tourism development

2.1 Trends in tourism | 2.2 Economic impacts of tourism | 2.3 Social impacts of tourism | 2.4 Environmental impacts of tourism

Singapore visitor arrivals up 115% to 13.6 million in 2023The number of visitors to Singapore in 2023 is about 71 per cent of pre-pandemic levels.

Singaporeans change travel plans to Taiwan in wake of 7.4-magnitude earthquakeSome are going ahead with visits but say they will stay updated with developing situation. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Bali to collect tourism tax from Feb 14; tourists encouraged to pay online before arrivalForeign visitors will have to pay $13 when arriving in Bali from abroad or other parts of Indonesia. Read more at straitstimes.com.

South Korea’s Jeju Island seeks to impose tourism feesTourists are expected to pay an average of 8,170 won (S$8.20) each day for entering the island. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Barcelona protesters throw items and spray travelers with water while shouting ‘tourists go home’The protesters — angry about the city's long-standing problems with overtourism — also used tape to block hotel entrances and sidewalk cafes in Barceloneta.

Commentary: Mount Fuji overtourism furore tests limits of Japan’s hospitalityJapan is debating the limits of its famed hospitality as a rush of travellers, boosted by the weak yen, strains patience, says Gearoid Reidy for Bloomberg Opinion.

Noise pollution, pesky Instagrammers: Goa’s residents have had enough of overtourismMany residents in August protested against establishments accused of playing louder music than is permitted. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Record tourist numbers are clogging up Kyoto’s public transportKyoto prefecture has a population of about 2.5m, but drew 32m overnight guests in 2023. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Topic 3 - Sustainable tourism development

3.1 Achieving sustainable development through tourism development | 3.2 Effectiveness of stakeholders in influencing tourism development | 3.3 Effectiveness of different approaches in achieving sustainable tourism development | 3.4 Ways for tourism to continue developing sustainably

‘Go home’: Too much tourism sparks backlash in SpainSpain is the world’s second most visited country. Read more at straitstimes.com.

IN FOCUS: Revitalised Boracay island in the Philippines faces next challenge - the return of mass tourismOnce called a “cesspool” by then-president Rodrigo Duterte, Boracay was closed for a period of 6 months in 2018 as part of efforts to rehabilitate the island. CNA visited recently to check out the changes as more travellers begin to make their way to the island once more.

Top holiday spots now threatening bad tourists with jailCountries are deploying a range of tactics to control misbehaviour while putting future tourists on notice. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Spanish deli asks tourists who are ‘just looking’ to pay a $7 chargeQueviures Murria drew hundreds of tourists who were more interested in taking pictures and selfies. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Commentary: Rather than taxing tourists, countries should think about marketing lesser-known destinationsTaxes could help cities keep up with increasing tourist loads, but they lack the bite to curtail tourist volumes, says travel writer Ng Yixin.

We’re full! Europe’s fight against overtourismTourist hot spots like Amsterdam and Venice are on a crusade to deal with surging visitor numbers. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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