There are lots of countries whose economies depend on tourism. In the past, to travel abroad or far away was not easy at all. Thanks to the development of transportation. Today, it is possible to travel everywhere that we want to go. Tourists can go to even Antarctica. However, it has been noticed that there are disadvantages as well as advantages.
First, tourists pollute the environment. Many tourists leave garbage without serious consideration of the environment. They throw away trash on the road, in the buildings, at tourist sites. In addition, to satisfy tourists' convenience, many restaurants and stores have sprouted up everywhere. They not only augment garbage but also destroy the beauty of nature. Sometimes, a careless tourist messes up the fragile nature. Once it goes wrong, it's hard to bring it back as it used to be.
Tourism could spoil a certain region's culture. Since transportation developed, many places which were hard to access before have been exposed to tourists. In the past, they had unique cultures on their own but have been ruined and are disappearing because of tourists. Tourism brings an economic boom but also a threat to their culture. The more they are exposed to tourists, the more detrimental to their cultures.
There are some good points of tourism, though. It makes a good effect on economy. Tourism makes new jobs and companies like tour guides, travel agencies, hotels and restaurants. There are some countries which mainly rely on tourism for a living. It is very crucial for them. If they lose tourists, they lose everything.
For us, tourism or travel is a good experience. We have been learning many precious things through travel or visiting somewhere else apart from our home. Experiencing new things is important for our lives. Travel gives us unforgettable memories and a sense of accepting difference.
Now, tourism is common for everyone so we have to find out a way to decrease the disadvantages of it. We should discuss how we can reduce garbage and bad effects on tourist spots. As long as we are concerned about our environment and the disadvantages of tourism, we will benefit from tourism. It is time for tourists to think about the effects they can make.
