Geography SL
10
Chapters
152
Notes
Option A - Freshwater – Drainage basins
Option B - Oceans & coastal margins
Option C - Extreme Environments
Option D - Geophysical Hazards
Option E - Leisure, Tourism And Sport
Option F - The Geography Of Food & Health
Option G - Urban Environments
Unit 1 - Changing Population
Unit 2 - Global Climate - Vulnerability & Resilience
Unit 3 - Global Resource Consumption & Security
Geography SL
Option E - Leisure, Tourism And Sport
Influence of Politics & Culture on International Sports
653 words
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Last edited on 16th Oct 2024
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Political & cultural influences on international sport participation
- Governments and Sports: Governments have different motives for promoting sports: health benefits for the citizens, economic growth, tourism, urban regeneration, and creating a sense of national pride. However, the actual economic benefits and increased participation in sports are difficult to measure. Example: Seasonal rise in tennis participation in the UK after Wimbledon championship.
- Qatar and Sports: Qatar has been investing heavily in sports, hosting the 2022 World Cup, sponsoring FC Barcelona, acquiring major shares in Paris St Germain football club, and securing broadcasting rights for the 2018 and 2022 Football World Cups.
- National Pride and Sports Success: Match analysis showed increased success rates for nations like Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Sudan, and Tunisia in football matches after the Arab Spring, suggesting a sense of playing for their nation can boost performance.
- Sports and Malpractice: Sports are also tainted with issues like match-fixing and drug usage, affecting the integrity of the games. Example: Match-fixing in football, cricket, and tennis linked to Asian gambling syndicates.
International security & tourism
- Impact of Terrorism: Terrorism poses a serious threat to the tourism industry, as seen with the sharp decline in tourism to London in the mid-1980s due to IRA bombings and in Northern Ireland due to terrorism.
- Local Tensions: Differences in social and economic characteristics between locals and tourists can lead to conflicts, further impacting tourism. Examples: Consumption of pork or alcohol, gambling, and Western dress styles in Islamic countries can lead to tensions.
- Responses to Terrorism: Despite the economic significance of tourism, governments need to increase security measures to ensure the industry's sustainability.
Diaspora tourism
- Concept: Diaspora tourism involves individuals visiting their country of origin, often combining these visits with other tourist activities.
- Economic Impact: While they might not spend as much as international tourists, the money they do spend is likely to directly benefit local businesses.
- Examples: Governments may attract diaspora investment into the tourism industry by providing loans and grants. Example: Restoration of historic buildings in Morocco and Spain involving diaspora investment.
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Option E - Leisure, Tourism And Sport
Influence of Politics & Culture on International Sports
653 words
4 mins read
Last edited on 16th Oct 2024
Table of content
Political & cultural influences on international sport participation
- Governments and Sports: Governments have different motives for promoting sports: health benefits for the citizens, economic growth, tourism, urban regeneration, and creating a sense of national pride. However, the actual economic benefits and increased participation in sports are difficult to measure. Example: Seasonal rise in tennis participation in the UK after Wimbledon championship.
- Qatar and Sports: Qatar has been investing heavily in sports, hosting the 2022 World Cup, sponsoring FC Barcelona, acquiring major shares in Paris St Germain football club, and securing broadcasting rights for the 2018 and 2022 Football World Cups.
- National Pride and Sports Success: Match analysis showed increased success rates for nations like Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Sudan, and Tunisia in football matches after the Arab Spring, suggesting a sense of playing for their nation can boost performance.
- Sports and Malpractice: Sports are also tainted with issues like match-fixing and drug usage, affecting the integrity of the games. Example: Match-fixing in football, cricket, and tennis linked to Asian gambling syndicates.
Social media & tourism
- Social Media's Impact: Social media has revolutionized how people plan, experience, and share their travels. Sites like TripAdvisor and Facebook have a huge influence on customer behavior and choice.
- Influence on Travel Decisions: Around half of respondents changed travel plans after using social media for research, highlighting the power of these platforms.
International security & tourism
- Impact of Terrorism: Terrorism poses a serious threat to the tourism industry, as seen with the sharp decline in tourism to London in the mid-1980s due to IRA bombings and in Northern Ireland due to terrorism.
- Local Tensions: Differences in social and economic characteristics between locals and tourists can lead to conflicts, further impacting tourism. Examples: Consumption of pork or alcohol, gambling, and Western dress styles in Islamic countries can lead to tensions.
- Responses to Terrorism: Despite the economic significance of tourism, governments need to increase security measures to ensure the industry's sustainability.
Diaspora tourism
- Concept: Diaspora tourism involves individuals visiting their country of origin, often combining these visits with other tourist activities.
- Economic Impact: While they might not spend as much as international tourists, the money they do spend is likely to directly benefit local businesses.
- Examples: Governments may attract diaspora investment into the tourism industry by providing loans and grants. Example: Restoration of historic buildings in Morocco and Spain involving diaspora investment.
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Social media & tourism