Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for trourists who visit such places?

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Some
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argue that travelling in areas like the Sahara Desert or the Antarctic has lots of benefits
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as learning to appreciate human development and
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, getting to know our planet and nature from a different perspective.
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, other societies strongly believe that visits to
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zones can be dangerous and can have lethal outcomes if travellers are not well prepared and trained properly. It is certain, that getting out of the comfort zone and going to places where conditions are not human-friendly for living, could teach one to appreciate their current living conditions and not take human development for granted. Because the majority of
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live in developed cities and never even think about famine, hunger, cold, heat, or being attacked by wild creatures.
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, researchers collected surveys from hundreds of travel agencies where these kinds of visits were organized. And were shocked that the majority of clients mentioned that they are happy to be back to civilization and they are thankful that science and human development make
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's lives much easier.
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, there are lots of dangers that await travellers on these kinds of trips.
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, it is a known fact that Sahara is full of wild species which could bite, poison or even attack
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. Apart from that, there is a weather
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that can make the overall experience pretty life-endangering as well. And of course, the Antarctic's cold freezing climate can contribute to frostbites and all sorts of sicknesses if not prepared appropriately.
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, all the expeditions and trips to the Antarctic always have a victim of frostbite which certainly is not the best-desired outcome from the travelling. In summary, there are numerous benefits of visiting
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places,
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, we always need to keep in mind that there are hidden dangers which could endanger our lives if we are not well-trained and prepared for those travel activities.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • stunning landscapes
  • unspoiled nature
  • intrepid travelers
  • ecotourism
  • sustainable tourism
  • wildlife conservation
  • cultural heritage preservation
  • adrenaline-pumping activities
  • remote destinations
  • harsh environments
  • physical exertion
  • cultural immersion
  • pristine wilderness
  • responsible travel
  • carbon footprint
  • endangered species
  • habitat degradation
  • eco-friendly practices
  • respectful interaction
  • adventure tourism
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