Take a look into 2 case studies of tourism destinations in Asia: Macau Casinos and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Both Macau and Hong Kong Disneyland are popular travel destinations with special characteristics.
Both gaming venues like Macau and theme park venues like Disneyland have been greatly influenced by COVID-19 due to the nature of travel product. Tourism development requires a large initial investment and expenses. It is crucial that the destinations continuously attract a large number of travelers to remain sustainable. As you read the cases, think about how these attractions will change after COVID-19.
You can find the Case Studies in Textbook:
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Case Study # 1 : Macau : The New "Las Vegas of the Far East?"
Page 157-158
Please read the case study and answer the case study questions at the end.
(100 words or more for each question)
1 Do you think it advisable to set up a “Chinese Las Vegas”?
2 In your opinion, do the developments as outlined fit with the Chinese culture?
3 What might Macau have to achieve to adjust the spending pattern?