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Introduction
Woolacombe is a seaside resort on the coast of North Devon, England
It is a popular destination for family holidays and is an important part of Natural beauty.
The winter population is very small and it has a great benefit for surfing.
Woolacombe is renowned for its dramatic coastal cliffs and landscape.
It is a long established attraction in the center of village for holidays.
Woolacombe development plan
Woolacombe: The village is located within the Area of strategic landscape and development.
A premier recreational sports resort provide the main tourist attraction.
6 kilometers south west of Ilfracombe, 7 kilometers north of Braunton.
Main access from Mullacott Cross
Positive impacts of tourism
Environmental impacts:
Quality of environment is essential to tourism.
Linked with the construction of general infrastructures such as roads, airports, other tourism facilities, resorts and hotels.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF TOURISM
Trampling impacts on vegetation
Trampling impacts on soil
Breakage and bruising of stems
Loss of organic matter
Reduced plant vigourReduction in soil macro porosity
Reduced regeneration Decrease in air and water permeability
Loss of ground cover Increase in run off
Change in species composition
Accelerated erosion
Negative impacts on tourism
Negative impacts of tourism development destroys environmental resources and it puts enormous pressure on an area that increases pressure on endangered species.
Impacts such as:
Soil erosion, increased pollution, loss of habitats.
Social impacts
Positive:
Great influence on the host societies
Source of international peace & understanding
Respect for local tradition and culture
Social contacts between tourists and local people results appreciation, learning, bonding, respect & liking.
Negative:
Disruption and erosion of cultural identity and values
Tourism might increase tension, hostility & suspicion
It leads to over-consumption, lack of resources and pollution.
Role of international government agencies
Encourage planning applications of high quality and sustainable design and decisions. It would support sustainable living.
To facilitate green infrastructure and biodiversity
Conserve and enhance designated landscape, quality of life of residents & tourists.
Conserve the special wildlife habitats and species
To facilitate climate change adaptation and other support initiatives that could increase public awareness, appreciation and actions for both geo-diversity & biodiversity.
Role of national government agencies
National government agencies should contribute towards conservation and enhancement.
Offshore and inshore developments should be fully evaluated for any adverse impacts.
Role of local government agencies
To ensure that the local government policies support the provision of local services.
To encourage environmentally sustainable lifestyles and businesses.
Develop an opportunity based on the natural assets.
National and local economic policy
Strongly support cultural traditions, diversity.
Engage local people at all levels in the management plan objectives and goals.
Promote sustainability in activities and volunteering.
To ensure that farmers have access to aid and that could result in best possible outcomes.
Increase the amount of woodland for multiple purposes.
To enhance the historic environment with natural beauty.
Maximize health, learning and potential values of strategic footpaths.
Evaluation of effects of economic policies upon tourism
Estimates of tourism activities and tourists are evaluated from a demand model
Rely completely upon strong number of visitors
Good demand model & a good judgment
Income or value addition are the best measures and evaluation
Supply changes involve quality:
a) Quality of the environment
b) Local public services and infrastructure
c) Nature of tourism products and services
Change in population = Change in the competitive position of Woolacombe
It depends on both origins and destinations
Tourism industries depend on fresh air quality and visibility
Tourists attraction: -
E.g.: Outdoor recreation, camping development, a factory outlet mall
Political changes affect travel & tourism
Serious impacts on the prospects for the tourism industry
Radical changes in country politics causes fear for their safety and destruct the country
Results could be changed with increased stability
Political change either increase or decrease the attractiveness for tourism
It could have better outcomes as well with the governmental actions.
Strategies to minimize negative economic, environmental and social impacts
Cope up with the impacts of changing climate
Maintain sustainable development
Decrease vulnerability
Take an advantage of opportunities that climate change
Set up process:
Carbon footprint: Mitigation purposes
Development planning, procurement strategy
Climate change: Raise awareness of causes and impacts of potential responses
Behavioral changes: Promote behavioral changes
Influence regional and local planning authorities to ensure the future operational carbon footprint.
Conclusion
Evidently to conclude, the discussion must end up with the short conclusion.
Discussion focus:-
Development of tourism sector in the UK
Factors that affect tourism demand for products and services
Economic and non-economic factors that affect tourists willingness to travel
Positive and negative impacts of tourism
Role of national, local and governmental agencies
Strategies for reducing negative impacts
References
http://www.woolacombetourism.co.uk/map-of-woolacombe.asp
http://www.grips.ac.jp/alumni/UzbekistanTourism(2).pdf http://www.northdevon.gov.uk/ndlp_-_chapter_28.pdf http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolacombe-mortehoe-
ilfracombe/ http://northdevon-aonb.org.uk/pageresources/Management%20Plan%20single%20pages%20for
%20web%2015%20May%2009.pdf https://www.msu.edu/course/prr/840/econimpact/pdf/
ecimpvol1.pdf http://www.devon.gov.uk/climate-change-strategy.pdf