The economic, socio cultural and/or environmental benefits that tourism can achieve for the host community far outweigh any negative impacts brought about by tourism.

Critically discuss this statement. In your discussion you need to use a minimum of two current issues (positive and/or negative) and use examples from at least two countries of the Pacific Asia region.

Marking criteria

The essay will be graded according to the following criteria:

• Evaluates a minimum of two current impact issues (positive and/or negative) using at least two countries from the Pacific Asia region
• Evidence of engagement with relevant theory and academic literature
• Clear essay structure: introduction, body with paragraphs and conclusion (do not use headings)
• Clear and concise expression
• Consistent in-text referencing and reference list.