Month: October 2024

4th October 2024

Attraction : Machu Picchu, Peru

Machu Picchu, an ancient Incan citadel nestled in Peru’s Andes Mountains, was constructed in the 15th century and is famed for its intricate dry-stone masonry and breathtaking panoramic vistas. Often called the “Lost City of the Incas,” the site exemplifies remarkable architectural and agricultural ingenuity, attracting visitors from all over the world.

The infrastructure needed to support tourism 

First, transportation access, making it easier for visitors to travel from major cities and nearby towns. More frequent shuttle services.there are well-established train services from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of Machu Picchu. Trains are operated by PeruRail and Inca Rail. From Aguas Calientes, regular shuttle buses take visitors up the mountain to the entrance of the site.The citadel is also accessible on foot such a popular routes/trails.

Next, visitor facilities like information centres, restrooms, and food options need to be both at the site and in surrounding areas. Also, Well-marked trails and viewing platforms will improve the overall visitor experience.

Accommodation options, offering a range of choices from budget hostels to luxury hotels. Eco-friendly lodging would promote sustainable tourism while catering to different preferences.

Providing guided tours with professional guides can give tourists a deeper understanding of Machu Picchu’s history and significance, making their visit more meaningful.

Sustainability initiatives are crucial to protect the site. This should include waste management programs, limiting visitor numbers during peak times, and educating tourists on responsible travel.The site has strict regulations to protect it. Visitor numbers are limited, and entry times are scheduled to avoid overcrowding. Designated paths help minimise damage, and waste management efforts are in place, along with educational signs about responsible tourism

Finally, adding cultural experiences like local events, artisan markets, and traditional food options will allow visitors to connect with the region’s rich heritage and culture.

(No date) Responsible tourism in Machu Picchu. Available at: https://www.responsibletravel.com/holidays/machu-picchu/travel-guide/responsible-tourism (Accessed: 31 October 2024). 

Travel guide to machu Picchu: What you need to know (2024) SA Vacations. Available at: https://www.savacations.com/destinations/peru-tours-travel/travel-guide-machu-picchu/#:~:text=The%2015th%2Dcentury%20Inca%20citadel,the%20Andes%20of%20southern%20Peru. (Accessed: 31 October 2024). 

Vargas, J. (2024) Traveling to Machu Picchu: Everything you need to know, Apus Peru Adventure Travel Specialists. Available at: https://www.apus-peru.com/blog/guide-to-traveling-to-machu-picchu (Accessed: 31 October 2024). 

Visit machu Picchu: A First timer’s guide: Audley travel UK (2023) Audley Travel. Available at: https://www.audleytravel.com/peru/country-guides/machu-picchu-first-timers-guide?infinity=ict2~net~gaw~cmp~21757776921~ag~171211123427~ar~715352042341~kw~~mt~~acr~2868936838&audcmp=21757776921&audadg=171211123427&audkey=&auddev=c&audadid=715352042341&audpos=&audtrgt=dsa-1649220422840&audtel=ppcnb&audnet=g&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_LTQt7iy-z3pvULxEbqJZgp8wrV&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmt24BhDPARIsAJFYKk3iboH8FaIzqlviArlGmWs7dla3MyvKjtlQUvCDUmZhEApODtmsnTEaAiY5EALw_wcB (Accessed: 31 October 2024). 

Xtreme Tourbulencia (2024) Sustainable tourism in Machu Picchu (updated 2024), Xtreme Tourbulencia. Available at: https://x-tremetourbulencia.com/sustainable-tourism-in-machu-picchu/ (Accessed: 31 October 2024). 

3rd October 2024

The tourism industry is challenging to define because it encompasses various businesses that work together to meet the needs of travelers. Every spending by tourists plays a role in boosting the growth and success of the travel industry.

Tourism involves a temporary or short-term journey away from a person’s usual place of residence and work, with the intention of returning home after the trip. The duration of the stay can range from one night to up to a year.

Tourism generally involves being away from home for a period of time, while individuals who travel outside their home for day trips are referred to as visitors participating in excursions. Tourism isn’t limited to leisure activities; people also travel as tourists for reasons such as business, education, and healthcare.

Many organisations have their own definitions of tourism. One example is the United Nations World Tourism Organisation.

Tourism is a social, cultural and economic phenomenon which entails the movement of people to countries or places outside their usual environment for personal or business/professional purposes. These people are called visitors (which may be either tourists or excursionists; residents or non-residents) and tourism has to do with their activities, some of which involve tourism expenditure.

This passage describes tourism as a mix of social, cultural, and economic activities, occurring when people travel outside their usual environment for personal  or business purposes.

Here’s a breakdown of the key ideas:

– Movement of People: Tourism involves traveling away from home.
– Visitors: Includes both tourists (overnight stays) and excursionists (day trips), who can be locals or foreigners.
– Activities and Spending: Tourism includes what visitors do and the money they spend, which helps boost the local economy.

In conclusion, tourism encompasses the movement, purpose, activities, and spending of people traveling away from their home environment, impacting both the destinations and the visitors themselves.

Bibliography

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Un tourism: Bringing the world closer (no date) Global Search | UN Tourism. Available at: https://www.unwto.org/search?keys=World%2BTourism%2BOrganization%2B%282008%29%2BTourism%2Bis%2Ba%2Bsocial%2C%2Bcultural%2Band%2Beconomic%2Bphenomenon%2Bwhich%2Bentails%2Bthe%2Bmovement%2Bof%2Bpeople%2Bto%2B (Accessed: 03 October 2024).