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1.1.3 Factors affecting tourism and their impact - Coggle Diagram
1.1.3 Factors affecting tourism and their impact
(a) Economic factors
Changes to the national economy and GDP
Levels of disposable income
Changes in distribution of wealth
Changes n employment opportunties
Changes in currency exchange rates
Infrastructure development and improvement
(b) Social factors
Rising middle classes in the East, declining in the West
New family structure
Leisure time
Increased awareness of health
Ageing population
(c) Political factors
Changes to security measures, visa regulations and entry controls
Visa requirements and entry control
terrorism, war, civil unrest, crime and other factors affecting social harmony
Changes in legislation
(e) Ecological factors
The threat posed by climatic change, including global warming and natural disasters
Diminishing oil reserves: seeking new travel forms
Protection of the environment and conservation of natural/cultural heritage
(f) Changing consumer needs and
expectations
Specialised packages
Sustainable and responsible tourism
Polarisation of demand for budget and luxury products
Product differentiation
Change in attitudes and taste
Product line extension
Market driven
(d) Technological factors
Developments in transport technology
Developments in communication technology