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a) Which factors influence Spain’s tourism growth?

•its attractive climate.
•its long coastline.
•the accessibility of Spain to countries in North West Europe.
•the competitive price of Spanish tourism, specially accommodation and dining.
•the distinctive Spanish culture.


b) Which places include the ‘Costa del sol’?

Torremolinos, Marbella, Fuengirola and Málaga.


c)Mention some negative consequences of touristic growth.

The towns change dramatically. Uncontrolled development led to the area being swamped by characterless buildings, a lack of open space, limited car parking and inaccessible sea frontage. Commercialisation, crowding of facilities such as bars, beaches and streets, and pollution of the sea and beach are also ocurred.


d) Where do tourists come from in Spain?

The tourists come from Spain are from France, Portugal, Germany and other countries.