Jamaica
Tourism Benefits
Environment
Conservation and landscaping projects provide job opportunities and encourage people to visit
Infrastructure
High level of investment on north coast (center of most tourism)
New port and cruise liner facilities built at Trelawney together with hotel accommodation
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Economy
2014
24% of Jamaica's GDP (one of the highest proportions in the world)
Expected to rise to 32% by 2024
Multiplier effect
An effect in economics in which an increase in spending produces an increase in national income and consumption greater than the initial amount spent.
Taxes paid contribute to Jamaica's development and reduction of the development gap
$2 billion per annum income from tourism
Employment
200,000 jobs
Directly
Hotels
Transport
Tourist Attractions
Indirectly
Shops
Manufacturing
Banking
Quality of Life
Wealthy Jamaicans live in high quality housing with a high standard of living
Northern tourist areas like Montego Bay and Ocho Rios
Background Information
Economy
Manufacturing (limited amount)
Mining (e.g. bauxite and oil)
Agriculture (sugar and rum)
2.7 million population
Tourism Disadvantages
Quality of Life
Large numbers of people live in poor housing with limited food supply and inadequate access to fresh water, healthcare and education
Close to major tourist destinations
Environment
Mass tourism creates issues such as footpath erosion, excessive waste and harmful emissions
Location
South of USA
Caribbean Sea
Continent of North America
Tourism Pull Factors
Hub for cruise ships
Rich cultural heritage
Beautiful beaches
Warm, sunny climate
Good international air commnuications