A Critique of Ski Dubai Analytical Essay by Nicky
An examination and critique of the Ski Dubai indoor ski resort.
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| 2012
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Description:
The paper offers a brief overview of the state of Dubai and examines the benefits and costs of Ski Dubai to Dubai, its effect on the local population and its impact on tourism. The paper proposes improvements and changes to the facility and considers how Ski Dubai will affect the future of Dubai. Next, the paper analyzes the facility, along with a discussion of whether or not Ski Dubai works as a tourist asset and whether it is price competitive and accessible. Lastly, the paper looks at the types of tourists attracted to Ski Dubai and analyzes whether the facility is meeting their needs.
Outline:
Overview of Dubai
Benefits and Costs of Ski Dubai to Dubai
Effect on Local Population
Ski Dubai's Impact on Tourism
What Should Ski Dubai Improve or Change
Ski Dubai and the Future of Dubai
Analysis of What is Good and Bad About Ski Dubai
Does Ski Dubai Work as a Tourist Asset
Tourists that Visit Ski Dubai and Their Perceptions
Outline:
Overview of Dubai
Benefits and Costs of Ski Dubai to Dubai
Effect on Local Population
Ski Dubai's Impact on Tourism
What Should Ski Dubai Improve or Change
Ski Dubai and the Future of Dubai
Analysis of What is Good and Bad About Ski Dubai
Does Ski Dubai Work as a Tourist Asset
Tourists that Visit Ski Dubai and Their Perceptions
From the Paper:
"The benefits of Ski Dubai, to the state, are numerous. As noted earlier, tourism has been a focus of Dubai since the 1970s. As the only indoor ski facility in the Middle East, the Ski Dubai asset adds an exciting and unique tourist attraction. In addition to increasing tourism to the area, Ski Dubai has helped promote Dubai's image as a destination in general. This is not only beneficial to the tourism industry, but to other industries in the state as well. As it is attached with the Mall of the Emirates, there is also a positive impact on retails sales in the mall as well, with the increased consumer traffic. However, there are costs to the Ski Dubai facility as well. There is also the associated increase in the general economy due to both of these benefits - increased tourism and enhanced image of the region."Opportunity costs are the costs associated with the value of the choice that wasn't made. In the case of Ski Dubai, the next best choice would have been to not build Ski Dubai and use that land for other development purposes. Dubai would have realized benefits from this alternate facility. However, these costs of the lost opportunity of alternate facilities are minimal, due to Ski Dubai's success."
Sample of Sources Used:
- Cros, H. & McKercher, B. (2002). Cultural tourism: The partnership between tourism and cultural heritage management. New York: Routledge.
- Dubayy. (2009). In Encyclopaedia Britannica. Retrieved November 6, 2009, from Encyclopaedia Britannica Online: http://www.search.eb.com.ezproxy.apollolibrary.com/eb/article-9031319 .
- Noakes, G. (6 Oct 2006). There's no business like snow business. Travel Trade Gazette UK & Ireland, 2737. Retrieved November 6, 2009, from Business Source Complete.
- Ski Dubai: A sustainable desert attraction. (No date). Retrieved November 6, 2009, from http://www.hyderconsulting.com/ME/MarketSectors/Property/Pages/content.aspx?pageID=112.
- Ski Dubai celebrates its three millionth visitor. (20 Aug 2009). Retrieved November 6, 2009, from http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&cg=2&t=1&id=39745.
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A Critique of Ski Dubai (2012, May 31)
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