Blackpool- Tourism Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are the physical attractions to Blackpool?
A
The beach
The sea
2
Q
What are the Human attractions to Blackpool?
A
Blackpool tower The pleasure beach Blackpool illuminations The peer Conference facilities
3
Q
What were they physical reasons for decline?
A
Coastal erosion
Beach and sea pollution
Decaying infrastructure
4
Q
What were the economic reasons for decline?
A
Cheap flights abroad
Average stay fell = less money
Less visitors = less money
5
Q
What were the social reasons for decline?
A
Stag and hen parties give a seedy impression of Blackpool
Over crowding and traffic jams
Unemployment during off season
6
Q
What management strategies were put in place?
A
Beaches were cleared up New airport build Promenade made more attractive Illuminations = £10 million investment New shopping centre Pleasure beach updates M6 motor wAy upgrades Attempt to bid for super casino
