Problem:

Culture and tourism are no longer considered as being disconnect entities, undertaken by distinct social groups at particular times but rather, the barriers between culture and tourism are fast disappearing. But, in spite of globalization, culture shock is one of most recognized complexities faced by travellers to foreign cultures.

Required:

problem 1: What do you mean by ‘cultural homogenization’ especially in context of globalization?

problem 2: Critically discuss and illustrate out the main physical and psychological symptoms of culture shock.

problem 3: Discuss and assess the different phases of culture shock that a traveller has to go through when experiencing the new culture.