Discuss the positive and negative economic impacts of tourism in Mallorca.

... Discuss the positive and negative economic impacts of tourism in Mallorca. Introduction The tourism industry generates substantial economic benefits to both host countries and tourist's home countries. Especially in developing countries, one of the primary motivations for a region to promote itself as a tourism destination is the expected economic improvements. As with other impacts, this massive economic development brings along both positive and negative consequences. 'According to the World Tourism Organisation, 698 million people travelled to a foreign country in 2000, spending more US$ 478 billion. International tourism receipts combined with passenger transport currently total more than US$ 575 billion making tourism the worlds number one export earner, ahead of automotive products, chemicals, petroleum and food. [www.uneptie.org] Tourists spend their money on a wide variety of goods and services. Tourists purchase food and beverage, transport, communications, entertainment and services, goods from retail outlets, tour/travel services and accommodation. This money may

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