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Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, Utah, is an example of how the beauty of natural resources attract
tourists.
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a U.S. national park, could be several thousand miles from major market areas and yet have very
satisfactory levels of demand.
Productivity of the natural resources of the area for tourism is a function of the application of labor
and management. The amounts and proportions of these inputs will determine the quality and
quantity of the output. The terrain, vegetation, and beaches of the natural resources will be affected by
the intensity of use. Taking such concentrations of use under consideration and planning accordingly
for permanent aesthetic appreciation will help to maintain the quality of the natural resources for the
enjoyment of present and future users.
The quality of the natural resources must be maintained to sustain tourism demand. Proper levels
of quality must be considered when planning, and the maintenance of quality standards after
construction is completed is absolutely necessary for continued satisfaction of the visitor. In fact,
tourism is very sensitive to the quality of recreational use of natural resources, and unless high
standards are maintained, a decrease in demand will inevitably result. Thus, ecological and environ-
mental considerations are vital.
BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Another supply component is the
built environment
that has been created by humans. It includes the
infrastructure and superstructure of the destination.
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