ABSTRACT

This case study is designed to illustrate and explain the patterns of international tourism demand in both time and space. On completion of the case you will:

Be aware of the historical growth of international tourism demand.

Be able to reflect on the role of crises, natural disasters and terrorism in affecting tourism demand.

Understand how tourism demand varies across world regions.

Explain why some countries are major generators of international tourism and some are leading destinations.

Be able to explain the underlying causes of these patterns.