QUESTION 1

The experience of many tourism areas in the world has demonstrated that, on a longterm basis, the planned approach to tourism development can bring benefits without significant problems, and maintain satisfied tourist markets. Through effective tourism planning, tourism is developed and managed in a controlled, integrated and sustainable manner. Critically examine to which extent you believe that tourism planning is being carried out in an integrated and sustainable manner in the destination Mauritius

QUESTION 2

The need to plan for tourism in small island developing states is especially crucial given their vulnerability which often means that the resource base of islands offers limited possibilities for development. However, researchers have also identified strengths of small developing islands although this has been depicted to a much lower extent than their vulnerability. Examine the characteristics of small island developing states that pose special development challenges and those that favour tourism development

QUESTION 3

Due to the potential importance of tourism, the involvement of the government is desirable to guide tourism development in a destination. However, the extent of government involvement varies from country to country. Critically examine the role of the government in tourism policy and planning for the case of Mauritius

QUESTION 4

Communities are being increasingly drawn into tourism as they are becoming aware of its potential benefits. Discuss the benefits that can be gained for communities when they participate in tourism development and the obstacles to participation. For the problems outlined, examine what could be carried out to effectively integrate communities into the tourism planning and development process