The cruise industry and tourism sustainability
Discuss the topic critically, drawing on the sustainability concepts and issues covered in this class. Base your review, discussion and analysis on tourism literature and case examples.
You may use one or more case examples (from the literature or websites) in your essay (this is however not a requirement). You can also reflect on a case known to you, a place you have visited or experience you had (this however is not a requirement, but you are encouraged to do so if possible and applicable).
In the text of the essay, unpack the nature of the tourism type chosen, consider spatial issues (where does the type of tourism take place; who are the affected communities?), and weigh positive and negative outcomes while reflecting on sustainable/ responsible tourism (economic, social and environmental) considerations.
Also include recommendations for improvement and state clearly whether these are for visitors, government (policies for planning/regulation/development), firms (tourism enterprises) or other stakeholders (indicate whom).
