What are the determinants of tourism?

There are many factors such as economics (gross domestic product (GDP), relative prices, real exchange rates) and non-economics (common borders, common language, visa restrictions, distance) that influence the tourism sector. One of the key factors affecting the tourism industry is the environment.



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A research review of 100 studies with models to measure tourism demand (Lim 1997) confirmed that higher income and transport costs are important factors. In addition to these she also pointed out that the relative price level between countries and the exchange rate figure frequently in explanatory models.

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The Big Five was traditionally used as a hunting term to describe the five most dangerous animals in Africa to hunt. Their reputation has spilled over into the tourism industry and now elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino remain the most sought after species to see on the continent.

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