Ecotourism in Costa Rica (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Flashcards
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Ecotourism definition
Ecotourism definition
Sustainable tourism creating jobs while protecting environment
What ecotourism prioritizes over profit
What ecotourism prioritizes over profit
Environmental conservation & community benefits
Scale of ecotourism operations
Scale of ecotourism operations
Small scale
Local community involvement in ecotourism
Local community involvement in ecotourism
Consulted & involved in planning decisions
Samasati Nature Reserve location
Samasati Nature Reserve location
Costa Rican rainforest
Why buildings on stilts at Samasati
Why buildings on stilts at Samasati
Allows natural drainage & prevents soil compaction
Drinking water source at Samasati
Drinking water source at Samasati
Spring water
Washing products used at Samasati
Washing products used at Samasati
Only biodegradable products
Who Samasati employs
Who Samasati employs
Only local people
Key question for sustainable tourism money
Key question for sustainable tourism money
Does it benefit local communities or corporations?