HISTORY OF TOURISM

In this contemporary world, tourism is becoming a large business which plays a key role in the economy of many developed and developing countries. It offers great opportunities especially for developing parts of the globe and emerging economies. Tourism creates a number of job opportunities for the residents of the countries, strengthens the local economy, contributes to local infrastructure development and can help to conserve the natural environment and cultural assets and traditions, and to reduce poverty and inequality. The number of jobs created by tourism in many different areas is significant. These jobs are not only a part of the tourism sector but may also include the agricultural sector, communication sector, health sector, and the educational sector. Many tourists travel to experience the hosting destination’s culture, different traditions ang the gastronomy. This is very profitable to local restaurants, shopping centres, and stores. But do you know when did tourism appear?