Ecotourism and Tourism as a Development Dtrategy in Costa Rica

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Evaluate the strategies designed to manage and sustain the tourist industry in Costa Rica:

From Table 9.5, it appears that Asia, Africa, and the Middle East best manage and sustain tourism since they have a positive difference from 1950-2009 in tourism numbers. The efforts in improving transportation, for example, in China cone tributes to growing tourism numbers. In Costa Rica, the increase in tourism dollars goes back into improving the country -- their life expectancy and environmental performance index has increased as their tourism investment has increased.

Examine the importance of tourism as a development strategy for Costa Rica:

Tourism is vital, especially in low-income countries where global exposure can assist in recognition and solving those problems. While many people do not want to go to Afghanistan because of war, the country could still benefit from tourism. As tourists see the country and appreciate its beauty and customs, their tourism dollars can contribute to infrastructure and education and economic developments. Tourism dollars can trickle down -- tourists make purchases, spend money that contributes to the economy, benefitting local business and individuals. Tourists who come from the US or Europe have a better value for their money, because of the exchange rate, making their economic input of greater impact to developing nations.

An annotated map of Costa Rica that highlights the following:

The bordering countries

Oceans and main water bodies (rivers / lakes)

Capital city and main urban areas

Five key ecotourism places to visit in Costa Rica with a short 25 word description. For example:

-- Las Baulas National Marine Park, a national park, covers almost 44 acres north of Tamarindo...

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