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Key Terms
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Tourism: The activity of traveling to places outside one’s usual environment for various purposes.
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5 A’s of Tourism: The essential components for a destination: Attraction, Accessibility, Accommodation, Amenities, and Activities.
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Eco-tourism: Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment.
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Sustainable Tourism: Tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social, and environmental impacts.
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Foreign Exchange: Money earned from international visitors, which is important for Nepal’s economy.
Chapter Summary
This chapter defined tourism and broke it down into its core components: the 5 A’s. We traced its evolution from ancient pilgrimages to modern mass tourism. We also explored different types of tourism relevant to Nepal, such as adventure and cultural tourism. Finally, we discussed the immense importance of tourism for Nepal’s economy and society, while also acknowledging the need to manage its negative impacts through sustainable practices.