According to Elizabeth Becker, what is wrong with the cruise line industry?
How was racial formation manifested during the era of modernity, specifically after 1924?
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August 5, 2017Answer the following questions based on book of Overbooked, PART THREE, CONSUMER TOURISM, Cruises and Dubai, Chapter 5 and Chapter 6.
- According to Elizabeth Becker, what is wrong with the cruise line industry?
- Does the government, or the public know how much pollution is released at
Sea from the cruise ships? Explain.
- Where are cruise lines registered? What is the reason for choosing specific countries for cruise lines registration?
- What labor laws do the cruise lines follow? Why?
- What is the business model for the cruise line industry? In other words, how
do the cruise lines make money?
- In your opinion, does the cruise line industry strive to protect the environment?
- Dubai is known for conspicuous consumption. Has tourism contributed to the explosive development of Dubai as well as the overwhelming consumption of goods? Please explain. (Hint: Remember Dubai has millions of tourists and three times as many foreigners as New York City).
- In light of the effects of tourism on the culture and identity of the citizens of Dubai, is there any hope for Dubai to retain their desert heritage? Please explain.
