Essay On The Economic Impact Of Tourism

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Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries and fastest growing economic sectors. Tourism is travelling to a destination, for purposes such as leisure or business, tourists activities are taken into account when defining tourism. (Smith et al, 2014). Textbook.

United Arab Emirates has become a fast growing tourism destination, each of its seven emirates contributes towards tourism with its own unique quality, for example Abu Dhabi the capital is known for its heritage and culture, Dubai for its iconic attractions, Ajman and Fujairah along with Ras Al Kamiah are beach and coastal areas, furthermore Umm Al Quain and Al Ain have wildlife and scenic nature and finally Sharjah adds to the Islamic culture with its commitment to art and culture (Uae-Embassy, 2016). However although each emirate contributes towards tourism, the main two are Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This essay will look at the economic impact of tourism on two tourist …show more content…

Global village started out with a few kiosks and was first located on the Creek side then Oud Metha then Dubai Festival City, until it found a permanent home in 2005 on Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road, DubaiLand (Global village, 2016). Global village is open for five to six months each year, starting from October or November till April; it is currently on its 20th season. Global village has 32 pavilions that represent 75 countries in the world; people receive a sense of art, culture, heritage and entertainment from around the world (Gulf News, 2016). The authentic merchandise sold at each pavilion make people forget that they are still in Dubai. Furthermore Global village offers its guests exclusive live performances and international dinning cuisine along with new rides at the fantasy island for everyone to enjoy (global village,

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