QUESTION 1

The experience of many tourism areas in the world has established that, on a long term basis, the planned approach to tourism expansion can bring benefits without noteworthy problems, and maintain satisfied tourist markets. Through effective tourism planning, tourism is urbanized and managed in a controlled, integrated and sustainable manner. Critically inspect to which extent you believe that tourism planning is being carried out in an incorporated and sustainable manner in the destination Mauritius.

QUESTION 2

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

QUESTION 3

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

QUESTION 4

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