This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to the Tourism & economy in Travel.
argue:
verb
Give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view.
Example:However, it is sometimes argued that a significant share of the money generated goes not to the local economy.
destination:
noun
The place to which someone or something is going or being sent.
Example:Pollution, both through an increase in passenger flights and the local waste generated at the tourist destination, is another environmental concern.
generate:
verb
Produce or create.
Example:It is certainly true that, taken as a whole, the tourist industry generates huge sums of money for the global economy.
indigenous:
adjective
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
Example:The way of life of indigenous people can often be undermined by developments that prioritize the needs of the visiting tourist.
influx:
noun
An arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things.
Example:Moreover, the local economies of resorts around the world are often dependent on the influx of visitors every year, particularly with regard to local employment.
multinational:
adjective
Including or involving several countries or individuals of several nationalities.
Example:The multinational companies supply the transport to and from the destination and the hotel chains and shopping outlets that offer hospitality to these visitors.
overseas:
adverb
In or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea.
Example:My own country welcomes huge numbers of overseas visitors annually.
prioritize:
verb
Designate or treat (something) as being very or most important.
Example:The way of life of indigenous people can often be undermined by developments that prioritize the needs of the visiting tourist.
resort:
noun
A place that is frequented for holidays or recreation or for a particular purpose.
Example:Moreover, the local economies of resorts around the world are often dependent on the influx of visitors every year, particularly with regard to local employment.
sustainable tourism:
noun phrase
Tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities.
Example:The growth in sustainable tourism is evidence that people are aware of the impact they are having and are keen to contribute to a more positive experience.
argue:
verb
Give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view.
Example:However, it is sometimes argued that a significant share of the money generated goes not to the local economy.
destination:
noun
The place to which someone or something is going or being sent.
Example:Pollution, both through an increase in passenger flights and the local waste generated at the tourist destination, is another environmental concern.
generate:
verb
Produce or create.
Example:It is certainly true that, taken as a whole, the tourist industry generates huge sums of money for the global economy.
indigenous:
adjective
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
Example:The way of life of indigenous people can often be undermined by developments that prioritize the needs of the visiting tourist.
influx:
noun
An arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things.
Example:Moreover, the local economies of resorts around the world are often dependent on the influx of visitors every year, particularly with regard to local employment.
multinational:
adjective
Including or involving several countries or individuals of several nationalities.
Example:The multinational companies supply the transport to and from the destination and the hotel chains and shopping outlets that offer hospitality to these visitors.
overseas:
adverb
In or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea.
Example:My own country welcomes huge numbers of overseas visitors annually.
prioritize:
verb
Designate or treat (something) as being very or most important.
Example:The way of life of indigenous people can often be undermined by developments that prioritize the needs of the visiting tourist.
resort:
noun
A place that is frequented for holidays or recreation or for a particular purpose.
Example:Moreover, the local economies of resorts around the world are often dependent on the influx of visitors every year, particularly with regard to local employment.
sustainable tourism:
noun phrase
Tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities.
Example:The growth in sustainable tourism is evidence that people are aware of the impact they are having and are keen to contribute to a more positive experience.