Lesotho, a Tourism Destination

2015 ◽  
pp. 312-331 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lichia Yiu ◽  
Raymond Saner ◽  
Marcus Raphael Lee
Keyword(s):  
Tourism Development ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Strategic Issues ◽  
Performance Improvements ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
The Government ◽  
Tourism Organization ◽  
Further Development ◽  
The International Monetary Fund

The objective of this chapter is to map and analyze the available tourism assets and products in the Kingdom of Lesotho. The analysis includes assessments on how to improve performance and sustainability of the tourism industry in Lesotho including greater utilization of existing tourism infrastructure and further development of Lesotho's tourism products. This chapter also addresses the strategic issues of tourism development and how Lesotho could increase the number of its tourists. Tourism development has been identified by the government of Lesotho, the International Monetary Fund as well as the United Nations World Tourism Organization as a sector that can reduce poverty as well as absorb low or semi skilled labor. Boosting the tourism sector in Lesotho would work towards alleviating poverty in the Kingdom overall. This chapter applies a case approach in order to illustrate potential investment opportunities and tourism performance improvements in an existing ski resort in Lesotho.

scholarly journals The influence of geopolitical events on tourism in Egypt

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 661-670
Author(s):  
Florentina-Stefania Neagu
Keyword(s):  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Goods And Services ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Metal Detectors ◽  
The Government ◽  
Egyptian Government ◽  
Terrorist Acts ◽  
Tourism Organization ◽  
The International Monetary Fund

Abstract The political, military, terrorist acts that took place during 2011-2017 have affected the tourism industry to a large extent, their effects being seen in the gradual decrease of the number of tourists generating income not only for tourism agencies, but also for tourism objectives for small merchants selling their products near tourist attractions. This has led to the closure of several souvenir shops, but also to the reduction of revenue generated by the flow of tourists to hotels, guides, restaurants. The Egyptian government has attempted to relaunch tourism by contracting a loan from the International Monetary Fund, reopening tourist attractions such as King Seti and Queen Nefertari, the Antiquities Ministry is continuing to finance the acquisition of metal detectors and scanners that are located in the tourist attractions included in the patrimony national. On the other hand, the fiscal measures adopted by the government, which impose VAT on local goods and services, have led to a price increase for all products and ultimately affecting not only citizens but also tourists who find that prices for tourist packages have increased within a few months. To highlight how great the influence that geopolitical events have on Egyptian tourism, data were analyzed for the period 2011-2017 of the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics of Egypt, World Tourism Organization and the World Factbook..

scholarly journals A Preliminary Study of Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Outbreak: A Pandemic Leading Crisis in Tourism Industry of Nepal

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 108-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nimesh Ulak
Keyword(s):  
Health Sector ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
World Health ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Tourism Organization ◽  
United Nation

The aim of this paper is to explore and illuminate the preliminary impacts of novel coronavirus disease (COVID- 19) in tourism industry of Nepal. The spillover impact of pandemic has been seen in almost every sector globally. Many scholars and practitioners have already started rethinking and researching in different disciplines based on issues regarding COVID-19. Some of the disciplines are International tourism, health sector, international economy, global politics, human civilization, sustainability and so on. The United Nation World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and World Health Organization (WHO) are closely cooperating for understanding the severe impact of escalation of coronavirus on the human health and damage in the world economy as well as tourism sector (UNWTO, 2020). There are uncountable job losses recorded in tourism industry due to stranded traveller’s mobility after many nations including Nepal declared lockdown as a strategy to control the spread of virus Therefore, devastating Airlines, shuttered borders, halt of transportation means and cancellation of rooms in hotels have a vigorous impact on tourism industry than the COVID-19 outbreak itself. It is obvious to experience changes in tourism industry; tourist’s behavior and their reluctance to travel for few years. However, travel of humans for any motives will provide spectrum to tourism mobility. The epidemic has drastically turned into pandemic as the virus has transferred to almost all the nations of the globe without visa so far.

scholarly journals The World Bank’s Role in Tourism Development: The Case of Uzbekistan

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mithat Zeki Dinçer ◽  
Fatma Füsun İstanbullu Dinçer ◽  
Zaid Alrawadieh
Keyword(s):  
Soviet Union ◽  
World Bank ◽  
International Organizations ◽  
Former Soviet Union ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
The World Bank ◽  
The World ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Tourism Organization

After the collapse of the former Soviet Union, Uzbekistan started to build its own national economy with serious attempt to integrate with the international economy. Right after the independence, Uzbekistan joined the international organizations such the World Bank and the United Nations World Tourism Organization. Development projects were initiated and radical changes were noted through developing the infrastructure and building new airports and railways. Tourism was considered a priority and a tool for development in Uzbekistan. With these thoughts in mind, this paper attempts to examine the World Bank’s role in the tourism development in Uzbekistan. For the purpose of this study, the bank’s documents related to 39 projects that were implanted or are being currently implemented in the country were reviewed and content analyzed. The study suggested that, since the independence of Uzbekistan in 1991 and its enrollment to the World Bank in 1992 there has been no tourism-focus projects supported by the bank. Yet, a number of projects that addressed areas such as urban development and human resources development are expected to affect indirectly the growth and development of tourism industry in the country. The paper recommends tourism planners in Uzbekistan to reevaluate their connections with the international organizations to maximize their role in lunching projects that would contribute to the tourism development in the country.

A Tourism Planning of Zimbabwe for 1980-2018: A Critical Assessment

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 14-24
Author(s):  
Dr Shepherd Nyaruwata
Keyword(s):  
Hospitality Industry ◽  
Effective Response ◽  
Negative Image ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Hospitality Sector ◽  
The Government ◽  
Tourism And Hospitality Industry ◽  
Tourism And Hospitality ◽  
Tourism Organization

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to assess how far the government of Zimbabwe’s tourism policies and strategies have affected the development of the tourism and hospitality sector. Methods: The study was based on a review of the literature on tourism development in Zimbabwe. A range of peer-reviewed papers, reports from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). reports from the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), and those of the Ministry of Environment, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry were consulted. The information offered a clear picture of how far the government had contributed to influencing the development of the tourism and hospitality industry during the period. Results: The results of the study showed that for the period up to 2000 the government played only a facilitating role in the development of the sector. The results further showed that the government took a more proactive role in planning the development of the industry only when the persistent negative image of the country threatened the collapse of the sector. Implications: It is recommended that the country effectively implements the National Tourism Master Plan and the National Tourism Sector Strategy which were launched in 2016 and 2018 respectively. A constant review of the National Tourism Sector Strategy will ensure an effective response to the global and national macro-economic, social and political changes that will occur during the plan period.

scholarly journals CURRENT STATE OF TOURISM INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT IN INDIA

2019 ◽  
pp. 61-68
Author(s):  
Vitaly Bezugly ◽  
Zoya Boyko ◽  
Alina Yarotsкаya
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Currency ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Tourist Industry ◽  
Current State ◽  
Modern Development ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Gradual Development ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Administrative Units ◽  
Tourism Organization

The main purpose of the article – generalization of modern development of tourist industry of India, determination status and analysis of prospects of development of tourism sphere are in the economy of the country that develops (on the example of India). Methodology. In the article such methods of geographical research were used as to the analysis, comparative, historical, statistical et al. On this basis, an analysis of the conditions and results of tourism development in India as a whole and in its administrative units was introduced due to statistics of certain indicators (number of foreign tourists, foreign currency arrivals, number of outbound tourists from India, number of hotels by category, number of restaurants business, etc.). The theoretical base of research labors of home specialists served as in the field of tourist country-specific studies (Baіdik О., Maslyak P.). Statistical data of World Tourism Organization UNWTO and Ministries of statistics and implementation of the programs of India, that represented development of tourist sphere of India status, were widely used. Results. The peculiarities of development of such a new and promising branch of the Indian economy as tourism are analyzed. The dynamics of the main indicators of the tourism industry in India (number of foreign tourists' arrivals and arrivals of foreign currency spent by tourists), for the years 2002-2018 and their impact on the effectiveness of the development of this sphere. Geospatial characteristics of tourism infrastructure in India are given, selected states of the country with the largest and smallest number of arrivals of foreign tourists to them. The specific composition and forms of activity of the hotel and restaurant sector of India are analyzed; it is revealed that the hotel sector forms a key segment of the tourism industry of the country. Prospects for development of India's tourism sector by 2025 have been determined. Scientific novelty. It is an analysis of the tourism industry of India for the years 2002-2018 using various statistical methods. The ways of development and the place of the tourism industry in the developing country economy (on the example of India) are shown. Practical meaningfulness. The main promising steps required for the further gradual development of the tourism sector in India are outlined. The results of the research can be widely used both in lectures, as well as in practical and seminars in the study of disciplines of tourist country studies, in the preparation of specialists for the national tourism industry, the practical activity of Ukrainian tourist operators and agencies. The row of key positions that can be useful to development of tourist sphere of Ukraine is distinguished.

scholarly journals Ways of Tourism Development in Uzbekistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Turaev Bakhodir Hatamovich ◽  
Saidov Abdullo Shukhratovich
Keyword(s):  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Unesco World Heritage ◽  
Cultural Aspects ◽  
The Past ◽  
World Heritage List ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
The Social ◽  
The World ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Tourism Organization

Over the past decades, tourism has become an important sector of the economy. The importance of tourism is important not only for the economy, but also for human development in the social and cultural aspects. The active tourism sector is considered to be youth. According to the World Tourism Organization, the number of tourists among young people is growing among tourists around the world. The UNWTO predicts that by 2020 there will be nearly 370 million international youth trips per year. The tourism industry in Uzbekistan has significant development potential. Uzbekistan has a very large tourism and recreational potential. On the territory of the country there are more than 7400 monuments of architecture and art of different eras and civilizations, many of which are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. This article describes the measures taken to develop the tourism industry in Uzbekistan over the past 3 years, as well as gives tips on the development of youth tourism in Uzbekistan.

Seminar on the Tourism Industry and Construction of the European Community (Contains papers in English and French)

1992 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
European Community ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Flemish Community ◽  
The World ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
The Government ◽  
Tourism Organization

The Seminar on “The Tourism Industry and Construction of the European Community” has been organized by the World Tourism Organization within the framework of the activities of its Regional Commission for Europe (CEU). The Affiliate Members of WTO took the initiative of this meeting to which the Commission of the European Communities lent its cooperation. The meeting has been hosted by the Government of the Flemish Community /Belgium). Le Séminaire sur “L’industrie touristique face à la construction européenne communautaire” a été organisé par l’Organisation mondiale du tourisme dans le cadre des activités de sa Commission régionale pour l’Europe (CEU). Les Membres affiliés de l’OMT ont pris l’initiative de ce Séminaire en collaboration avec la Commission des Communautés européennes. Celui-ci a été tenu grâce à l’invitation du Gouvernement de la Communauté flamande (Belgique).

scholarly journals Specific aspects of the state regulation of the national market inclusive tourism

2020 ◽  
Vol 164 ◽  
pp. 07003
Author(s):  
Larysa Obolentseva ◽  
Iryna Andrenko ◽  
Olena Uhodnikova ◽  
Mariia Pokolodna ◽  
Anton Ryabev ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Significant Contribution ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
State Regulation ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Free Access ◽  
Global Character ◽  
National Market ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
Tourism Organization

The article is devoted to the actual topic of inclusive tourism development in Ukraine. According to various sources, the number of tourists with special needs in developed countries is an average of 20%. Trends in the tourism industry development indicate an increase in this type of tourism, therefore, inclusive tourism has significant financial and economic potential. World tourism trends indicate that inclusive tourism shows the highest growth rates. The concept of “tourism for all” has a global character and are declared in the provisions of the international documents of the United Nations. A significant contribution to the development and promotion of inclusive tourism is made by the World Tourism Organization. The article analyzes the experience of Ukraine in the implementation of inclusion projects. The main regulatory documents, governing norms and standards to ensure barrier-free access are defined. Based on the analysis, the proposals for improving the effectiveness of state regulation of the inclusive tourism development in Ukraine based on the best international practices, considering problematic aspects and prospects for the introduction of inclusion in Ukraine, have been developed.

scholarly journals PEMBANGUNAN DAERAH DALAM PENGEMBANGAN WISATA DESA BANRAAS PULAU GILI IYANG MADURA MELALUI KELOMPOK SADAR WISATA

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 25
Author(s):  
Enza Resdiana ◽  
Nur Inna Alfiyah ◽  
Laylatul Hasanah
Keyword(s):  
Public Awareness ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Regional Tourism ◽  
Self Help ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Government ◽  
Conducive Environment

The Tourism Awareness Group is a self-help and self-help group that grows from, by and for the community and aims to increase regional tourism development and succeed in tourism development by becoming a government partner in increasing public awareness in the tourism sector, increasing human resources, encouraging the realization of Sapta Pesona, increasing product quality and tourism.This research uses descriptive qualitative method, which is the subject and object of this research is the Andang Taruna Village of Banraas Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis). Iyang Madura).The role of Pokdarwis Andang Taruna is able to act as a driving force for the community where the community has provided support and a role as host in an effort to create a conducive environment and atmosphere that is able to encourage the growth and development of the tourism industry and the realization of charm. Whereas the role as a partner has been carried out by Pokdarwis Andang Taruna in the form of activities and programs involving the Government and other parties related to the development and construction of tourist facilities such as lodging, transportation, culinary delights and so on, although there has not been maximum cooperation between Pokdarwis and the Government so that there are obstacles in realizing the caring character of tourism.

DESKRIPSI PERMASALAHAN UPAYA PENGEMBANGAN PARIWISATA BERKELANJUTAN DI DANAU TOBA SUMATERA UTARA (PROBLEM DESCRIPTION OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT EFFORT ON TOBA LAKE NORTH SUMATERA)

Inovasi ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-20
Author(s):  
Porman Juanda Marpomari Mahulae
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Tourism ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Development Effort ◽  
Sustainable Tourism Development ◽  
Problem Description ◽  
World Tourism Organization ◽  
United Nation World ◽  
Tourism Organization ◽  
United Nation

Penelitian ini adalah sebuah usaha yang dilakukan untuk mengurai masalah yang dihadapi para stakeholder dalam mewujudkan sebuah pengelolaan pariwisata yang berkelanjutan di kawasan Danau Toba. Indikator yang diukur dalam penelitian ini adalah indikator dasar dari 5 (lima) isu utama pengembangan periwisata berkelanjutan yang telah dikembangkan oleh United Nation World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif dan diperkuat dengan data-data yang bersifat kuantitatif. Berdasarkan hasil pengukuran indikator-indikator dasar tersebut dan pendalaman yang dilakukan dengan diskusi-diskusi yang dilakukan dengan para informan penelitian, diketahui bahwa sebenarnya penyelesaian persoalan dasar pengembangan pariwisata berkelanjutan di sebuah destinasi wisata masih menjadi tugas besar bagi para stakeholder kepariwisataan di kawasan tersebut. Berdasarkan jenis permasalahan yang ada, maka terdapat kebutuhan kebijakan pengembangan terkait: 1) peningkatkan perekonomian dengan adanya kegiatan pariwisata; 2) penjaminan kesejahteraan daerah dan masyarakat lokal dengan adanya kegiatan pariwisata; 3) pemenuhan kepuasan pengunjung; 4) pelibatan masyarakat lokal di dalam pengelolaan kepariwisataan; dan 5) penjaminan kelestarian lingkungan hidup.   Kata kunci: pengembangan, pariwisata berkelanjutan, Danau Toba

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