The two faces of tourism

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Tourism can bring about both positive and negative repercussions. Positive benefits include sustained economic expansion and new levels of cultural interaction. The negative consequences of tourism, however, include the disruption of local communities and the corruption of traditional values.

author: Tourtellot, Jonathan B.
Social aspects, Travel industry, Indigenous peoples, Travelers

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Santorini

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Santorini, Greece is one of the remarkable historical and geological sites in the country. The Fira main town reflects the place's rich history and with its age-old churches, vineyards and excavations. It also features various music and food shops.

author: Tourtellot, Jonathan B.
Greece, Historic sites

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Moonrise over Brazil

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Issues are presented concerning the efforts being made to save the Pantanal region of Brazil. This area of wetlands is half as big as Texas and is very important to wildlife. It is hoped that ecotourism will save the area.

author: Tourtellot, Jonathan B.
Environmental aspects, Brazil, Wetland conservation

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subjects list: Ecotourism
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