Tourism and Sustainability Quiz

Since the 1950s, international tourism has grown significantly, with arrivals increasing from 25 million to 1.2 billion by 2016. This growth highlights the need for sustainable tourism aligned with global SDGs. Tourism is unevenly distributed, with Europe receiving 50% of arrivals. Aviation contributes to 2% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to Germany's total emissions. Waste from tourism, especially in low-income countries, poses environmental challenges. Strong partnerships and actions are needed to mitigate tourism's negative impacts while enhancing its benefits.

What was the global number of international tourist arrivals in 2016?

• 527 million

• 1.2 billion

• 2 billion

• 1.8 billion

What percentage of international travel is for leisure purposes?

• 50%

• 90%

• 60%

• 80%

Which region receives the highest percentage of international tourist arrivals?

• Africa

• The Americas

• Southeast Asia

• Europe

What is the estimated contribution of aviation to global man-made carbon dioxide emissions?

• 10%

• 5%

• 2%

• 1%

By what percentage did greenhouse gas emissions from aviation increase in the EU between 1990 and 2006?

• 87%

• 50%

• 70%

• 100%

How much waste did airline passengers generate in 2016?

• 2.5 million tons

• 3.5 million tons

• 6.5 million tons

• 5.2 million tons

What is a common destination for waste generated by airline passengers?

• Recycling centers

• Landfills

• Composting sites

• Ocean dumping

Which of the following is a small island state facing waste management challenges due to tourism?

• Bali

• Hawaii

• Fiji

• Seychelles

What is a potential negative side effect of increased tourism in popular destinations?

• Economic growth

• Improved infrastructure

• Environmental damage

• Cultural exchange

What is necessary to address the negative impacts of tourism according to the 2030 sustainable development agenda?

• Higher taxes

• Increased tourism

• Strong partnerships

• More flights